Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 57

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

Quarter Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 983		1796 Draped Bust Quarter Dollar. . B-2, high 6. NGC graded MS-63. Only 6,146 pieces struck of which merely 650 are estimated to have survived. A beautifully toned Uncirculated example. This wonderful coin was housed for over 50 years in an old Raymond holder. Well struck with mirror surfaces. As the sole issue in the Draped Bust, Small Eagle Quarter series, the 1796 is a must-have coin for every serious type collector. It is also a scarce date with a paltry original mintage of 6,146 pieces. This is a marvelous survivor whose surfaces are richly toned in dominant blue with silver-gray shades. Outlines of deeper patina are also seen around many of the obverse devices such as the stars. The strike is expertly centered, all border denticles full with crisp definition. Liberty's portrait on the obverse is overall sharply defined, this in spite of the often primitive conditions which were in play at the First U.S. Mint (hand-made planchets, hand-operated presses, hand-punched and engraved dies, etc.). On the reverse, the eagle is nicely impressed for this a coin from this set of dies, marginally less so over the eagle's head, but the detail on this side is evenly distributed. There are a few wispy hairlines here and there consistent with MS63 quality, but we stress that the surfaces are uncommonly smooth in appearance for an early U.S. silver coin over 200 years old! Historically significant as a Mint State survivor of the United States' premier quarter, this original example would make a lovely addition to any collection. Pop 6; 12 finer, 7 in 64, 3 in 65, 2 in 66. The "High 6" variety of the issue, one of just two known die pairings for this low mintage single year type. This variety of 1796 seen more often than B-1. Early state: The obverse of this example is perfect, with no die cracks through LIBERTY. (On the late-state examples, several heavy die cracks appear through ERTY and star 9.) The design of the draped bust 1796 quarter dollar had its genesis in the almost universal disapproval for the previous coin designs. Earlier copper coinage, such as the Chain cent and Wreath cent, had not been well liked by the public, and the Flowing Hair design of the silver coins was also widely criticized. To avoid such public discomfort with the new design, Mint Director Henry DeSaussure engaged renowned portraitist Gilbert Stuart, who supposedly used as his model the prominent Philadelphia socialite Mrs. William Bingham (nee Ann Willing). The likeness of the buxom Mrs. Bingham was first applied to the draped bust dollar issued late in 1795 and followed on the half dimes, dimes, quarters and halves in 1796. Estimated Value $80,000 - 90,000. Ex: Benson Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 984		1796 Draped Bust Quarter Dollar. . B-2. NGC graded MS-61. A decent strike on a problem-free planchet. Deeply toned exhibiting mottled gun-metal blue and natural greenish hues. Identifiable by a short hairline barely visible next to the L in LIBERTY. Popular first year of the denomination and an important one-year Type coin. Robert Scot designed the Draped Bust facing right motif. Included are eight stars behind, seven in front of Liberty, for a total of 15 (the only star count seen on the quarter dollar this year, unlike several other denominations of this design where 15 or 16 stars are found). LIBERTY is above, the date 1796 is below. On the reverse a Small Eagle (so called), is within by a wreath of laurel and of palm, the two halves tied with a bow at the bottom. The dentils are long, finger-like and prominent on both sides, a feature that always leaves a nice impression on the viewer. There is no mark of value unlike halves and silver dollars which have it on the edge of the coin. The edge is reeded instead, to discourage coin-shavers. Always in great demand. Pop 4; 22 better. Die characteristics: The mintage of 1796 quarters, small as it was, is split between two obverse die varieties, identified the numeral 6 in the date. The present coin is from the more plentiful Browning-2 obverse design, characterized by the high 6 in the date. Tompkins notes in his book on the bust quarter series that the B-2 variety appears at auction approximately three times more often than the B-1. Estimated Value $60,000 - 65,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 985		1806 Draped Bust Quarter Dollar. . B-9. Damaged. Estimated Value $300 - 325. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $483
Lot 986		1821 Capped Bust Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65. A sensational gem. Shades of golden, magenta, and bluish green toning are noticeable throughout. An unbelievably lustrous gem with sizzling frost beneath the rich toning. The reverse and obverse centers play host to a crisp detail and originality always appreciated by the stronger buyers. Full sharp stars and legends. In short, a lovely coin, one that certainly meets the qualifications of MS65 grade, and then some. Pop 6; 5 finer, 4 in 66, 1 in 67 (PCGS # 5331) . Die characteristics: A later die state with the die crack heavy from the rim through star 12 into Liberty's hair. The reverse die on this pairing was also used in the production of 1820 Quarters of the B-4 variety, and it is most readily identifiable by the presence of diagnostic rust pits in the field between the 2 in the denomination and the olive leaves. Estimated Value $20,000 - 24,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 987		1831 Capped Bust Quarter Dollar. NGC graded AU Details, improperly cleaned. Probably cleaned long ago, now nicely toned with attractive surfaces and all the fine detail visible. Estimated Value $300 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $506
Lot 988		1836 25¢. Sharpness of AU50. Retoned and some obverse scratches. Estimated Value $150 - 175. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $276
Lot 989		1849-O Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. ICG graded AU-50. Toned on both sides. Some minor marks and a small strike-through at Liberty's cheek. A rare date in almost any condition due to the extremely low reconstructed figure of 16,000 believed struck (the true mintage is unknown). In high grades as here the issue is a great seated Liberty quarter rarity. No quarter dollars were made at the New Orleans Mint the prior year and only a small number of 1850-Os the next. Breen (1988) states that six obverse dies were prepared in the Philadelphia Mint's Engraving Department in 1849, and that these were not destroyed until April 10, 1850. It may have been that only one of the 1849-dated obverses was combined with a reverse already on hand in New Orleans to deliver an unknown, although limited number of 1849-O quarters early in 1850. Numismatists surmise that the original total is buried in the official mintage of 412,000 pieces attributed to the 1850-O. Breen further states the mintage for 1849-O may be from all or part of the New Orleans' initial delivery of 16,000 coins in 1850 -- hence the above figure -- although the exact total can only be surmised (PCGS # 5414) . Estimated Value $3,400 - 3,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,255
Lot 990		1853 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Arrows and rays. NGC graded MS-66. Attractive rainbow toning exists on both sides. A simply superb specimen of the first year of the new seated Liberty type, after the weight reduction and the addition of arrows and rays to the types. Shimmering luster underlies the color and so propels all its hues into your field of vision. Sharply struck devices. The small handful of Gems of this type suggests that most were circulated. The (For those who recall the history of this one-year Type, the Mint mounted the newly designed dies and began striking the reduced weight Quarters in late April 1853.) Pop 6; 3 finer in 67. Estimated Value $10,000 - 12,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 991		1853 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Arrows and rays. NGC graded AU-58. One-year Type. Delicate shade of light gray toning with russet; lustrous fields and devices. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 992		1854-O Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Arrows, huge O. NGC graded VF-30. Natural deep old-silver patina in the fields with lighter accents of so-called rubbed-silver on the high points. Evenly worn, there is a complete LIBERTY on the shield. A popular rarity, a coin with a mis-shapen, donut O mintmark, possibly entered by hand into a die that was shipped to New Orleans without mintmark present. In hand-punching the mintmark, the surrounding portions of the design, including QUAR below were distorted and attenuated. Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,300. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 993		1857 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 64. Nice light gold and blue toning. Mintage unknown. Pop 7; 7 finer, 4 in 65, 3 in 66 (PCGS # 5553) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,560
Lot 994		1867 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo PQ. CAC Approved. Only 625 pieces struck. A mind blowing Gem Proof seated quarter. Mesmerizing multi-colored iridescence is evident on both sides. The obverse toning is more dramatic than the reverse coloration. Pop 4; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 85566) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,300. Ex: Benson Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $16,675
Lot 995		1867 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 58. We believe this is a Mint State coin as it exhibits die striations consistant with a business strike as well as mint frost and luster of a business strike. Only 20,000 struck for general usage. Rarely offered for sale. Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,185
Lot 996		1873 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded AU-58. The reverse displays nice golden toning about the borders and semi-reflective surfaces. The obverse is primarily white with satiny frost. Pop 30; 124 finer (PCGS # 5491) . Estimated Value $250 - 300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $604
Lot 997		1874 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Arrows. PCGS graded Genuine, questionable color. Our grade is MS-60+. This is a two-year Type. Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $891
Lot 998		1876 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 64 Cameo. Lovely original blue and lilac toning. Only 1,150 Proofs issued. Pop 8; 18 finer. Estimated Value $900 - 950. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,265
Lot 999		1876-S 25¢. MS-60 Plus. Nicely toned, well detailed, though some stars on the left are flat. Estimated Value $200 - 225. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1000		1877-S Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-61. A brilliant white, untoned example, with semi reflective surfaces. Estimated Value $125 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $242
Lot 1001		1882 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 67. Only 1,100 pieces struck. A marvelous superb gem ablaze with glittering mirror surfaces and dazzling multi-colored toning. Rare it is to see a quarter dollar that is as deeply reflective in the fields as this. Generous layer of mint frost over the devices (although this is obscured by the intense color). Beautifully toned examples are always precious to seated Liberty collectors. Here, both the obverse and reverse are surrounded by oceans of color, much of it iridescent. The devices were struck with balanced force and the requisite energy by the dies in order to form all design elements boldly. Pop 13; 1 finer in 67 Star. Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1002		1882 Seated Liberty Quarter. Proof 60 plus. Questionable toning. Yet when viewed with proper numismatic detachment, this is still an acceptable coin, well struck, damage-free and scarce due to its low Proof mintage. Estimated Value $325 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1003		1883 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. Only 14,400 pieces struck. Artificial toning. In our opinion, knowing the consignor, this coin was stored in an old Raymond folder and it toned naturally over many years, so pay heed and give it the bid it deserves. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $696
Lot 1004		1884 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 65. A splendid Gem Proof with uniform midnight violet-blue toning on both sides. Sheer boldness of strike throughout would be the ideal for any Proof, and this coin meets the challenge to strike completely; the design left after the rebound of the dies being razor-sharp at the centers as well as the legends, date and stars. Only 875 Proofs struck. Pop 49; 53 finer. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1005		1889 Liberty Seated Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. A glittering Gem Proof with heavily frosted devices. A touch of natural violet appears on both sides, the fields deeply reflective. Only 711 Proofs struck. Pop 7; 3 in 67 CAM (PCGS # 85590) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,565
Lot 1006		1892 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. A stunning pristine gem cameo specimen. Blast white with heavily frosted devices. At the same time that the luster blossoms, substantial detail reveals itself on the highpoints of this exceptional Barber quarter. Only 1245 Proofs struck. Pop 7; 7 in 67 CAM (PCGS # 85678) . Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,220
Lot 1007		1894 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 63 Cameo. Mostly untoned. Lovely cameo frost -- dates in the 1890s, in particular, often display strong cameo contrast between the frosted devices and mirrored field. Only 972 Proofs struck. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $776
Lot 1008		1895 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Genuine Proof, questionable color. Our grade is Proof-64 with lovely iridescent blue and lilac toning. From an old time collector. Only 880 Proofs made (PCGS # 5681) . Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $949
Lot 1009		1895-O Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-66 PQ. CAC Approved. Housed in a First Generation Holder. Lovely multi-dimensional toning blankets both sides of this choice gem example. The deeply toned surface starts with gorgeous ocean depth blue and steel at the rims, fading to brighter gold and red, with the obverse center hazy gray. Excellent luster and well struck throughout, and certain to bring a strong price. This is one of the finest seen by NGC. If you want eye appeal, then take a long look at this gem. Pop 3; 4 finer, 3 in 67, 1 in 68. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $7,475
Lot 1010		1899 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 63. Only 846 pieces struck in Proof. Choice; beautifully toned; razor-sharp with eye-appeal. Pop 43; 99 finer, 53 in 64, 20 in 65, 23 in 66, 3 in 67 (PCGS # 5685) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $805
Lot 1011		1901 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. A frosty example kept out of a higher grade designation by a fine scuff in the luster before the face. Well struck and beaming (PCGS # 5628) . Estimated Value $225 - 250. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $299
Lot 1012		1905 Barber Quarter Dollar. NGC graded Proof 63. A brilliant white untoned Proof whose devices were struck with such power by the dies that all design elements show their intricate detail. Only 727 Proofs minted. Estimated Value $550 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $690
Lot 1013		1907 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC Approved. The surfaces are naturally toned, with bright silver color poking through, and quite lustrous. Often, a soft impact was left by the recoil of the dies that struck Barber coinage; but in a few instances like the present Philadelphia Mint one, the opposite is the case and the coin has a very convincing impression. A gem. Pop 36; 19 finer, 18 in 66, 1 in 67 (PCGS # 5645) . Estimated Value $950 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1014		1911 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 66 Deep Cameo. CAC Approved. Lovely multi-colored peripheral toning accents both sides beautifully. The coloration coupled with the deep mirror fields make this example quite appealing. It follows automatically that bidding will be intense. Pop 2; 2 finer, 1 in 67, 1 in 68. Only 543 minted (PCGS # 95697) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 4,000. Ex: Bear Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,100
Lot 1015		1911 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Mottled gold and light violet toning on both sides. Nicely reflecting fields. Only 543 Proofs struck (PCGS # 5697) . Estimated Value $900 - 950. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1016		1911-S Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC Approved. Housed in an Old Green Holder. A creamy, sharply struck specimen of this scarcer S-mint issue (only 988,000 pieces struck). Very attractive. Pop 35, 4 finer in 67 (PCGS # 5661) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. Ex: Bear Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1017		1913 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Genuine Proof, questionable color. Our grade is Proof-64 with lovely light violet and natural golden colors with hints of iridescense. From an old time collection. Only 613 Proofs minted (PCGS # 5699) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 1018		1915 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Genuine Proof, questionable color. Our grade is Gem Proof-65 with gorgeous electric blue and violet across the obverse, violet and delicate golden hues on the reverse. From an old time collection and worth a premium bid for the stunning natural colors. Only 450 Proofs struck (PCGS # 5701) . Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495
Lot 1019		1915 Barber Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Proof 64. Mottled greyish-golden toning mostly on the obvrse. Choice and desirable. Only 450 Proofs made (PCGS # 5701) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1020		1916 Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded AU-53. Popular key date. A nice untoned example. The standing Liberty quarter was introduced in 1916 to replace the Barber design of 1892-1916, and was "intended to typify in a measure the awakening interest of the country to its own protection," Mint Director von Engelken said at the time the coins first appeared early in 1917. "In the new design Liberty is shown a full-length figure, front view, with head turned toward the left, stepping forward to the gateway of the country .The left arm of the figure of Liberty is upraised, bearing the shield in the attitude of protection, from which the covering is being drawn. The right hand bears the olive branch of peace. Luster is present with wholly brilliant surfaces throughout on this splendid About Uncirculated coin. A touch of weakness is seen on the central body and left side of the shield, but here it is that the design was aligned opposite the eagle side of the coin in such a way as to perhaps prevent stronger metal flow in that area; the obverse details are remarkable nonetheless for their originality. This provides ample space for the luster to have its full play over the fields and devices. Only a few contact marks to show for the couple of months spent in circulation (PCGS # 5704) . Estimated Value $8,500 - 9,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,913
Lot 1021		1917 Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. Type 1. PCGS graded MS-65 Full Head. Lovely golden-russet toning on both sides. Frosted-luster, indeed glowing with satin luster underneath the color, and fully original with a near-perfect strike. That said, now we cover the details further: this coin, unlike many, was struck with almost scientific precision on the head of Liberty, on the shield and all skirt lines, and atop the eagle, with no areas of concern to write about (PCGS # 5707) . Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $978
Lot 1022		1917-D Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. Type 1. PCGS graded MS-66 Full Head PQ. CAC Approved. Beautiful multi-color toning flavoring light blue graces the surfaces of both sides. A Premium Quality coin for the grade. Fully struck and glimmering with underlying satin surface; no distracting abrasions present. No more, no less, just as fully struck, as attractive, as you could ask for in a Denver Mint Type One quarter, with complete detail at the head and shield, Liberty's drapery folds as well, and an impressive eagle to complete the picture. Pop 103; 18 in 67 FH (PCGS # 5709) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1023		1918 Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66 Full Head PQ. CAC Approved. A lovely choice gem Standing Liberty Quarter. Bright silver color bursts forth from original surfaces unaffected by toning. The strong strike impresses us, making this a desirable specimen. Pop 33; 10 finer, 9 in 67, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 5721) . Historic note: A desirable early Type 2 issue. Contrary to legend, there was no public outcry against Liberty's exposed breast on the 1916-17 Type 1 quarters. Rather, the design was modified upon the insistence of Hermon MacNeil and to improve the flow of metal during striking. Due to design limitations, however, Full Heads are rarely seen on the Type 2 dates from 1917-30, although those struck at Philadelphia, like this 1918, tend to show finer detail overall. Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,500. Ex: Bear Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,795
Lot 1024		1918-D Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded Genuine, altered surfaces. Our grade is MS-60+ with a full head. Scarce D-mint issue. Estimated Value $375 - 400. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $748
Lot 1025		1926-S Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. ICG graded MS-66. A frosty white gem with a touch of gold tone at the head. The head is about ½ full and the shield is lacking a couple of rivits. 1926-S is much scarcer in Mint condition than either the 1926-P or 1926-D, much scarcer. Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,553
Lot 1026		1930 Liberty Standing Quarter Dollar. NGC graded MS-61. A brilliant untoned example with the head nearly full. Estimated Value $100 - 120. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $207
Lot 1027		1932-D Washington Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. 436,800 minted of which only 44,000 pieces are estimated to have survived. Delicate golden toning. A popular key date in this choice condition (PCGS # 5791) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,495
Lot 1028		1932-D Washington Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-63. Old Green Holder. A brilliant and extremely lustrous '32-D that has attractive fields and devices. An important key date Washington quarter. Attractive subtle toning on both sides (PCGS # 5791) . Estimated Value $1,600 - 1,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,553
Lot 1029		1932-D Washington Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-62. Popular key date. Nice light toning over satin luster. Surfaces free of bagmarks (PCGS # 5791) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,035
Lot 1030		1932-S Washington Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-64. 408,000 pieces struck of which only 40,000 examples are estimated to have survived. A touch of golden tones are scattered here and there. The white luster that swirls virtually untouched by marks on the face and neck of Washington opens abruptly into a wide open field of similar satin beauty on both sides (PCGS # 5792) . Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $920
Lot 1031		1934 Washington Quarter Dollar. Light motto. ICG graded MS-65. Our grade is MS-64. Untoned. Estimated Value $120 - 140. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $150
Lot 1032		1934-D Washington Quarter Dollar. PCGS graded MS-66. Lightly toned. Easily the most visually arresting feature of this coin is its soft, gemmy mint luster. Full swirling luster on both sides, in fact. Pop 67; 4 finer in 67 (PCGS # 5796) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,208

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