Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 63

The Pre-Long Beach Auction of US, World Coins and Currency

Barber Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 831		1893. NGC graded Proof 68. Lovely multicolor toning on both sides. Only 792 Proofs struck. It is known that the 1893 Barber half is relatively available in Mint State condition leading to the obvious conclusion that it would be available, all the same, the Proofs are as scarce as their mintage and have twice the detail. Some also prefer the striking contrast between the frosted devices of the Proofs and their mirror surfaces. The present 1893 Proof 68 example is an absolutely gorgeous specimen, the strike details being uniform from side to side with complete detail in all areas. Gleaming deep mirrors with original toning over each side. The reverse has a particularly warm electric blue in the center with purple brown on a base of honey gold. This is an impressive Proof 68 example, to say the least, and one of the finest known. Pop 3; none finer. Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,925
Lot 832		1893. NGC graded Proof 63. Lovely blue and golden toning. Only 792 proofs struck. Estimated Value $850 - 900. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,093
Lot 833		1894. PCGS graded Proof 66 CAC Approved. Well struck with wonderful rainbow iridescent toning on both sides. Only 972 struck. Besides this, we can happily report that there is a worldly measure of pouring mirror deep luster livening up the wide expanse of surface around the devices. The devices themselves are nicely frosted from the dies (though no mention is made about this on the grading holder). The fields are for all intents and purposes immaculate, while the strike is intrepid enough to call for special mention. Pop 23; 9 finer by a point (PCGS # 6541) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $10,350
Lot 834		1896. NGC graded Proof 65. Only 762 Proofs struck. Lovely deep rainbow toning on both sides with strong reliance on beautiful iridescent blue to aquamarine toning. A stunning example! The reverse has more red and amber gold hues, equally vivid and eye-catching. Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,795
Lot 835		1900-O. NGC graded AU-58. Lightly toned and highly lustrous. Pop 3; 30 finer. Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $978
Lot 836		1906. PCGS graded Proof 64. CAC Approved. Housed in a First Generation Holder. Only 675 Proofs wre struck, which is within the normal range for the period 1892 to 1915 (in later years the numbers declined somewhat). Irregular toning on both sides (PCGS # 6553) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,013
Lot 837		1909. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. A stunning Gem Proof. The obverse is creamy white while the reverse exhibits vivid multi-color toning. The surfaces are highly reflective, and decidedly reflective of the Proof 65 grade quality. We needn't remind bidders that a sharp impression was left by the rebound of the always carefully made Proof dies used to strike this date; in the present case, the effect is there front and center for all to see, the coin shows exquisite detail, bold and clear. Pop 6; 22 finer (PCGS # 86556) . Estimated Value $2,300 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,105
Lot 838		1910. NGC graded Proof 68. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. Only 551 Proofs struck. Among Barber half dollars, the 1910 P-Mint is elusive in currency strike form, placing shifting demand to the Proofs that have survived. Only 418,000 business strikes were made, one of the lowest totals in the Barber half dollar behind the 1892-O and the P-mint 1913, 1914, and 1915 issues. That said, there were few Proofs issued in 1910 (see above): positioning 1910 as the fifth lowest Proof mintage within the series. The obverse and reverse of this strikingly gorgeous Gem have toning to die for, supported by flashy mirror luster that helps to enliven the colors. Both sides show, of course, needle-sharp detail. Tied for the finest certified Proof 1910 Barber half dollar. Pop 7; none finer. Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,925
Lot 839		1910. PCGS graded MS-62. Lightly toned with reflective surfaces (PCGS # 6519) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $661
Lot 840		1912-D. SEGS graded MS-65. Our grade is MS-64. Well struck with eye-appealing golden toning. Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $920
Lot 841		A lot of Barber Half Dollars. Coins grade Fair to Very Good. Lot of 87 coins. Estimated Value $1,250 - 1,300. View details	Realized $1,150
Lot 842		A lot of old Half Dollars in a Wayte Raymond folder. Consists of: 1828, 1934, 1892-O, 1899, 1900, 1902, 1909 and 1915-S. Coins grade Fine to AU and some have been cleaned. Lot of 8 coins. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details	Realized $2,415
Lot 843		1892-1915 Partial Set of Barber Halves. Lacking only: 1892-O, 1892-S, 1893-S and 1897-S. Coins will grade from Good to Fine and all housed in a deluxe Whitman album. Lot of 69 coins. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,300. View details	Realized $1,495