Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 57

Pre-Long Beach Coin and Currency Auction

So-Called Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1633		(1897) SC$1 HK-835 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-68. Bickford Dollar. A sensational near perfect example of this interesting So-Called Dollar. The aluminum portion is blast white while the brass center exhibits a touch of multi-colored iridescence. Pop 2; none finer at NGC. Tied for the finest known. Although Dana Bickford's goal of creating a coin that could be used internationally never came to fruition, the idea is quite intriguing. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $550 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $978
Lot 1634		(1897) SC$1 HK-835 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-67. Bickford Dollar. A trace of toning can be seen on the brass center. Pop 4; 2 finer in 68. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $437
Lot 1635		(1897) SC$1 HK-835 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-67. Bickford Dollar. An attractive choice gem example of this popular Hibler and Kappen variety. Pop 4; 2 finer in 68. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 1636		(1897) SC$1 HK-835 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-67. Bickford Dollar. The brass center is lightly toned while the rest of the piece remains completely white. Pop 4; 2 finer in 68. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 1637		(1897) SC$1 HK-835 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-67. A beautiful choice gem So-Called Dollar. The aluminum portion is blast white while the brass center is lightly toned. Pop 4; 2 finer in 68. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $437
Lot 1638		(1897) SC$1 HK-836 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-65. Bickford Dollar. Predominantly untoned. Pop 2; 1 finer in 66. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $311
Lot 1639		(1897) SC$1 HK-836 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-65. Bickford Dollar. An untoned gem. Pop 2; 1 finer in 66. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 1640		(1897) SC$1 HK-837 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-66. Bickford Dollar. A lovely choice gem. Pop 2; none finer at NGC. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $450 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $391
Lot 1641		(1897) SC$1 HK-837 Rarity 5. NGC graded MS-65. Bickford Dollar. An appealing gem example of the variety. Pop 2; 2 finer in 66. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $311
Lot 1642		A Trio of NCS Graded Unc Details Bickford Dollars. Consists of: HK-835 (1) and HK-837 (2). All are Rarity 5. Each has Environmental Damage. From a newly discovered unpublished hoard. Estimated Value $100 - 200. View details	Realized $265
Lot 1643		Alaska 1898 So-Called Dollar. HK-843. NGC graded MS-62. Octagon, 13 Stars. Hart Token. Pop 1; 4 finer at NGC. Estimated Value $300 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $403