Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 84

January 25-28, 2015 Pre Long Beach

Indian Head Cents

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1026		1863. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved. An original example of the thick copper-nickel cent (72 grains weight, versus 48 grains for the later bronze cents). There is more than a nuance of pale champagne and brown toning on both sides. Struck from typical dies that imported a mostly sharp but occasionally rounded texture. Pop 227; 50 finer, 7 in 65+, 41 in 66, 2 in 66+. (PCGS # 2067) . Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $705
Lot 1027		1864-L Bronze. NGC graded MS-66 Red. Brilliant copper-red surfaces are one of the appealing features on this remarkably preserved Gem example. A bold strike encompasses not only the sharp L on the ribbon but all four diamonds nearby, and all but the first two feather tips. Just a couple of microscopic flyspecks are noted on the obverse. The With L cents are many times rarer than the No L variety, and most are well circulated. Indian cent enthusiasts will pay close attention to this lot. Pop 5; none finer at NGC. Tied for the finest graded Red example at either service. Estimated Value $13,000 - 14,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1028		1872. PCGS graded MS-65 Red & Brown. CAC Approved. The 1872 is considered the most difficult Indian cent date, aside from the 1877, to obtain in Gem Mint State condition. This is due to the poor quality of the copper alloy being used at the Mint at the time. This Gem Red and Brown example is far finer than most survivors, thus the high grade by PCGS and the coveted CAC sticker. Slightly mottled red-orange and straw-tan colors equally overlay each side. There are no mentionable distractions or carbon spots, however, the strike is (typically) a bit soft in some local areas of the design. Pop 73; 7 finer, 1 in 65+, 6 in 66 (PCGS # 2104) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1029		1874. PCGS graded MS-66 Red PQ. CAC Approved. As is the case with several other dates from the 1870s, the 1874 has a relatively low mintage and is considered very scarce with full Red surfaces. PCGS currently has certified 117 examples as Red, with most of those graded MS-64 or MS-65. The present lot is just one of eight 1874 cents certified as MS66 Red by PCGS, none are finer at either service. It is precisely struck and highly lustrous with rich copper-red surfaces. There are no mentionable abrasions. Carbon is minimal with two minor flecks noted on the eighth feather tip and northeast of the 4 in the date, and faint clash marks are present near the profile and the C in CENT. An unimprovable representative of a conditionally challenging date. Pop 8; none finer at both services. (PCGS # 2120) . Estimated Value $20,000 - 22,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $27,025
Lot 1030		1877. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red. An impressive alternative to a high-grade business strike 1877, this Gem proof Indian cent is sure to be of high interest to date collectors. It is a fully impressed example that also possesses beautiful color in rich copper-red and autumn-orange shades. There are no blemishes of note, and the overall appearance is of an even finer grade rating. Pop 19; 12 finer, 10 in 66, 2 in 67 (PCGS # 2320) . Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1031		1877. PCGS graded UNC Details, Cleaning. Harshly cleaned, now retoning to a milk-chocolate color. Unfortunately, both sides exhibit myriad black spots from an unknown cause. An affordable example of this popular date (PCGS # 2127) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,410
Lot 1032		1877. ICG graded EF-40 Details, Corroded and Cleaned. The surfaces are very porous and exhibit an unnatural copper color under a layer of irregular dark incrustation. Still, a well detailed example of this key date in the series. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $823
Lot 1033		1878. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red. Well struck with deep red color overall. A Choice Proof example.Pop 62; 45 finer (PCGS # 2323) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $676
Lot 1034		1880. PCGS graded Proof 66 Red & Brown. Lovely lilac and blue toning. Could run away. Only 3,955 struck. Pop 25; 8 finer, 4 in 66+, 2 in 67, 1 in 67+, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 2328) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1035		1883. PCGS graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. CAC Approved. Lovely shades of red color over the obverse, the reverse is a somewhat deeper shade of red and brown. Proof mintage increased in 1883 with the addition of three major types of nickel five cent coinage spurring collector demand. There were 6,609 pieces minted in Proof, which is still very low by today's standards when millions of proof sets are struck every year. Pop 116; 39 finer, 2 in 65+, 34 in 66, 3 in 67. (PCGS # 2337) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $470
Lot 1036		1883. NGC graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. Sharply defined overall with nicely reflective fields. Blended shades of deep red and tan combine with other colors to decorate the surfaces. No distracting spots are reported. Pop 117; 39 finer (PCGS # 2336) . Estimated Value $450 - 500. Ex: "Col" E.H.R. Green, EPN Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $447
Lot 1037		1884. PCGS graded Proof 66 Brown. Intense blue toning on both sides. A run away coin whose sleek fields provide a base, a foundation for the razor-edged devices. Perfectly struck by the specially made Proof dies. Only 3,942 struck. Pop 22; 6 finer in 67. (PCGS # 2339) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,468
Lot 1038		1885. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Full, even copper-red luster remains over each side. All features are sharply struck, and there are none but a couple of trivial flyspecks that are not seen in the prime focal areas (PCGS # 2153) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,087
Lot 1039		1888 S-2. PCGS graded MS-62 Brown. RPD FS-302. Pop 2; 2 finer with 1 in 63, 1 in 64 (PCGS # 37531) . Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1040		1891. NGC graded Proof 64 RB Cameo. CAC Approved. The obverse presents a bright copper-red appearance with some slight muting of color; the reverse is a deep cherry-red. The deeply reflective surfaces contrast nicely with the frosted devices of this outstanding Proof specimen. A Choice example with sharply struck design motifs and exceptional eye appeal. Pop 6; 1 finer in 65. Estimated Value $700 - 750. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $793
Lot 1041		1900. NGC graded Proof 65 Red & Brown. CAC Approved. Sharply struck with a mostly red obverse and a mostly brown reverse. Several small marks are also mentioned on the obverse. Pop 45; 30 finer, 25 in 66, 1 in 66 Star, 3 in 67, 1 in 67 Star. Estimated Value $450 - 500. Ex Eric P. Newman Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $400
Lot 1042		1909 Indian. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. Vibrant red color evenly overlays each side of this remarkable Gem example. The surfaces are truly outstanding as there are no bagmarks or spots of any consequence. The strike is better than average with only the slightest softness on a few of the feathers, but the wreath and shield are sharp. In terms of quality, this piece is one of the finest we have seen in some time. Pop 161; 18 finer, 12 in 66+, 6 in 67. (PCGS # 2237) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1043		A partial set of Indian Cents. From 1859 to 1909. Housed in a Dansco album. Coins will grade AU to UNC with some being cleaned. Lot of 33 coins. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details	Realized $1,586
Lot 1044		A partial collection of Flying Eagle and Indian Cents. From 1857 to 1909-S, including some key dates such as: 1866; 1868; 1872; 1877; 1908-S; 1909-S. Some extra coins in this group. A total of 57 coins in this lot. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. View details	Realized $1,763