Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 78

January Pre-Long Beach Sale 17.5% BP

Walking Liberty Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1171		1936. NGC graded Proof 65. Light hint of toning on both sides. Only 3,901 struck. A showy gem with a cocktail of underlying luster, mirrored to light satiny, that breathes scorching life into the detailed highlights, which are nicely struck with crisp eye-appeal aplenty. Collectors affirm that because this was the initial year of production for Proof Half Dollars since 1915, a fairly substantial number went to new collectors and non-collectors alike who failed to care for them. As a result, many were cleaned or otherwise impaired, and today very few Proofs of 1936 are extant with attractive surfaces. This is a Gem coin, and because of this is a singular opportunity for the knowledgeable collector. Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,468
Lot 1172		1936. PCGS graded Proof 64. CAC Approved. Premium Quality. A hint of tone. Well struck and very appealing. On the cusp of Gem quality. Only 3,901 struck (PCGS # 6636) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,174
Lot 1173		1936. NGC graded Proof 64. Only 3,901 minted. A stunning brilliant gem untoned and totally white! Popular as the first year of modern proof coinage. A case can be made to give this coin a cameo designation. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,585
Lot 1174		1937. PCGS graded Proof 67. A hint of light tone. Only 5,728 struck. Pop 204; 16 finer, 6 in 67+, 10 in 68. (PCGS # 6637) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,234
Lot 1175		1937. PCGS graded Proof 67. Housed in an Old Green Holder. Only 5,728 minted. A natural film of light toning appears on both sides.Superb throughout, sharp, detailed, and one that will be cherished by its new owner. Pop 196; 14 finer, 4 in 67+, 10 in 68 (PCGS # 6637) . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,351
Lot 1176		1937. PCGS graded Proof 66. Only 5,728 minted. A gem example with light mottled toning on both sides. The mirror surface gleams. Second year that Proof Walking Liberty Half Dollars were sold to collectors (PCGS # 6637) . Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $852
Lot 1177		1937. PCGS graded Proof 66. CAC Approved. Only 5,728 minted. A glittering white gem proof specimen that could easily have been graded a point higher (PCGS # 6637) . Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $911
Lot 1178		1937. NGC graded Proof 65. A Gem Brilliant Proof. Only 5,728 struck. Estimated Value $675 - 700. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $705
Lot 1179		1937-S. PCGS graded MS-66. A hint of gold tone. Bursting with original frosty luster. A superlative coin, boldly struck, as well. Pop 320; 49 finer, 20 in 66+, 28 in 67, 1 in 67+ (PCGS # 6603) . Estimated Value $575 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $969
Lot 1180		1938. NGC graded Proof 65. A dazzling white Proof. Only 8,152 struck. Estimated Value $550 - 575. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $588
Lot 1181		1939. NGC graded Proof 65. A nice untoned coin. Only 8,808 struck. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $529
Lot 1182		1939-S. PCGS graded MS-66. A nice white coin from this San Francisco Mint release. As fresh as though someone has removed it from an untouched original roll! Dazzling quality (PCGS # 6608) . Estimated Value $275 - 300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $676
Lot 1183		1940. NGC graded Proof 68. Only 11,279 minted. A natural film of multi-color toning adheres to the surfaces on both sides. Spectacular quality. Pop 55; 4 finer in 68 Star . Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $2,056
Lot 1184		1940. PCGS graded MS-67. Lightly toned. Pop 235; 45 finer, 21 in 67+, 24 in 68. (PCGS # 6609) . Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $617
Lot 1185		1941. PCGS graded Proof 67. CAC Approved. Only 15,412 minted. A magnificent brilliant untoned gem specimen worthy of a premium bid as confirmed by the CAC sticker. Pop 290; 26 finer, 10 in 67+, 16 in 68 (PCGS # 6641) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $764
Lot 1186		1941. PCGS graded Proof 65+. CAC Approved. Premium Quality. Fully brilliant. Only 15,412 struck (PCGS # 6641) . Estimated Value $525 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $470
Lot 1187		1941. PCGS graded Proof 65. CAC Approved. PQ. In an Old Green Holder. A white gem coin (PCGS # 6641) . Estimated Value $500 - 525. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $588
Lot 1188		1941 no "AW". NGC graded Proof 64. Mostly untoned. Only 15,412 struck. Due to repeated die polishing at the Mint to retain the sleek mirror finish, the initials for Adolph Weinmann disappear on some of the Proofs this year. Estimated Value $400 - 425. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $400
Lot 1189		1941. NGC graded Proof 63. A choice untoned example. Only 15,412 struck. Estimated Value $325 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $376
Lot 1190		1941-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Fully white gem (PCGS # 6613) . Estimated Value $475 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $617
Lot 1191		1942. NGC graded Proof 68. A fully white gem. Only 21,120 struck. Pop 165; 22 finer, 17 in 68 Star, 1 in 68+, 3 in 69, 1 in 69 Star. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,998
Lot 1192		1943. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC Approved. A white gem dancing with mint-fresh bloom as though it were just removed from the coining press (PCGS # 6618) . Estimated Value $130 - 140. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $165
Lot 1193		1943-S. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved. A fresh white coin, solid Gem 65 credentials (PCGS # 6620) . Estimated Value $190 - 200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1194		1944-D Hand Engraved Initials FS-901. PCGS graded MS-66. A blast white gem. The initials AW for Adolph Weinmann, the coin's designer, have broader lettering than normal and were engraved by hand into the dies surface by a mint employee. Pop 32; 8 finer in 67 (PCGS # 145790) . Estimated Value $300 - 350. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $259
Lot 1195		1947-D. NGC graded MS-66. Housed in an Old Holder. Original old time toning. Pop 908; 66 finer . Estimated Value $130 - 140. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $188
Lot 1196		1941 to 1947-D short set of Liberty Walking Half Dollars. A Brilliant Uncirculated set housed in a white Capital plastic holder. On closer inspection, we note a "slider" or two. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $500 - 600. View details	Realized $588
Lot 1197		A choice "slider" roll of mixed dated Walking Liberty Half Dollars. Coins grade AU to BU, includes a nice 1939-D. Lot of 20 coins. Estimated Value $250 - 275. View details	Realized $353