Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 60

Pre-Long Beach Coin Auction

Nickel Three Cent Pieces

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1409		1865 Nickel Three Cents. PCGS graded MS-65. A gem specimen with just a hint of light toning. This is the first year of issue. Light die clash marks only on the reverse, and this barely intrudes on the Roman numeral's stripes. Pop 106; 39 finer (PCGS # 3731) . Estimated Value $425 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $480
Lot 1410		1884 Nickel Three Cents. NGC graded Proof 67. Superb, with a hint of light gold tone. 3,942 Proofs struck. Lovely nickel-gray fields spread light in many directions from the smooth Proof-finish surface. We end the luster description though we could extend the discussion into several paragraphs. Next, a word about strike: this low-mintage piece, struck with controlled precision throughout, stands at the forefront of its peers. (The unusual three-cent denomination lasted in this copper-nickel format from 1865 until 1889, when it was terminated along with the Gold Dollar and Three-dollar Gold piece.) Pop 33; 2 finer . Estimated Value $900 - 950. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,006
Lot 1411		1885 Nickel Three Cents. Proof 64. Lightly toned. Only 3,790 Proofs struck and desirable because so few were made. A last minute consignment, too late to send to the services. Estimated Value $300 - 330. The Fedorchuk Estate. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $483
Lot 1412		1888 Nickel Three Cents. Proof 64. Nicely toned. Only 4,582 Proofs struck. A last minute consignment, too late to send to the services. Estimated Value $300 - 330. The Fedorchuk Estate. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $403