Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 84

January 25-28, 2015 Pre Long Beach

Trade Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1556		1874-CC. PCGS graded AU-55. The 1874-CC is not the rarest CC-Mint Trade dollar, but circulated survivors are more difficult to locate than an original mintage of 1.3 million coins might suggest. This untoned example displays light wear and a few visible marks on the obverse, including one on Liberty's cheek, and another in the field to the left of her head (PCGS # 7035) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,410
Lot 1557		1875. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. CAC Approved. ALargely brilliant with lightly frosted motifs and nicely reflective fields. A whisper of natural patina is seen at indirect light angles. A few minor handling marks and hairlines explain the grade. One of just 700 Proofs struck for collectors. Pop 20; 29 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87055) . Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1558		1875-CC. PCGS graded UNC Details, Cleaning. Type 1 Obverse, Type 2 Reverse. The luster is somewhat flat and there are moderate hairlines on both sides. There are also some moderate scrapes in the left obverse field, but elsewhere there are few mentionable abrasions. The strike is sharp and well defined (PCGS # 7038) . Estimated Value $550 - 600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $940
Lot 1559		1876-S. Type I/I. NGC graded MS-65. Proponents of original silver are sure to appreciate this Gem Trade dollar. Well struck with appealing satiny luster, both sides exhibit dominant mauve-gray patina. This coin is extremely scarce at the Gem level and one of the finer examples known today. There are only three coins that grade a point finer as noted, but for the date and mint specialist, this is a rare opportunity to secure this issue at the Gem level. Pop 19; 3 finer in 66. Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1560		1876-S. PCGS graded MS-62. Type One Obverse and Reverse. Large S. This nicely struck example is richly toned in lilac-gray and deep sea-blue hues. Ample luster remains under the toning (PCGS # 7043) . Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,116
Lot 1561		1877. PCGS graded MS-65. Despite the mintage exceeding 3 million pieces for the 1877 Trade dollar, this beautiful Gem is one of only 10 such submissions at PCGS, with just two MS66s finer. The sea-blue accents surrounding the central devices and some of the lettering are further enhanced with lovely, somewhat mottled, reddish-gold, amber, and copper hues. The reverse displays a similar palette but offers some deeper lavender tones near the rim. Cartwheel luster prevails on both sides. The only minor complaint is some strike bluntness, visible on Liberty's face and several of the upper peripheral stars. The reverse boasts an excellent strike. This piece would make a gorgeous acquisition for a fine type set. Pop 10; 2 finer in 66. (PCGS # 7044) . Estimated Value $16,000 - 17,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1562		1877-CC. PCGS graded MS-64. Sharply detailed throughout with traces of rich russet-gold toning at selected border areas, otherwise the coin presents as brilliant. The satiny luster shines overall and there are just a couple of minor marks and scuffs that limit the grade. This is a very difficult issue to locate in this grade and an even more challenging coin to find with bright luster and good eye appeal. More than a half million 1877-CC Trade dollars were struck and apparently nearly all reached their intended destination in the Orient, resulting in Mint State pieces being legitimately scarce, especially in this high grade. This is certainly one of the top 20 examples known with most of that number being tied at the desirable Mint State-64 grade level. Gems are prohibitive as the combined number certified between NGC and PCGS reports just three at Mint State-65 or finer for this date and mint. A remarkable offering for the advanced Trade dollar or Carson City specialist to acquire and a coin which any collector will long be proud to own. Pop 11; 2 finer, 1 in 65, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 7045) . Estimated Value $19,000 - 20,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1563		1878. PCGS graded Proof 64. CAC Approved. A colorfully toned example of the first of the Philadelphia Mint Proof-only Trade dollar issues. The obverse is toned in stunning shades of turquoise-blue that are accented with purple-pink at the center. The reverse is mostly purple-lilac and pink with some electric-blue at the outermost periphery. Especially choice as a near-Gem, and worthy of a strong bid from the collector of attractively toned 19th century U.S. silver coins. Pop 73; 20 finer, 11 in 65, 8 in 66, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 7058) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1564		1878. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. Attractive, soft dove-gray toning with blue, red-pink, and golden highlights, especially when the coin is rotated under a light. The 1878 Trade dollar is a desirable proof-only issue having a scant mintage of just 900 pieces. Pop 25; 13 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87058) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1565		1879. PCGS graded Proof 65. The year 1879 represents the second entry in the series of proof-only Trade dollars coined in Philadelphia from 1878 to 1883, and (later) on to 1885. This well preserved Gem is a lovely specimen with rich blue-green and sunset-red toning over mirrored fields and satiny, lustrous devices. Beautifully toned, a truly remarkable Gem proof specimen. Pop 37; 25 finer, 20 in 66, 5 in 67. (PCGS # 7059) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1566		1879. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. While not an absolute rarity in terms of the PCGS Population Report, Trade dollars at this grade level are a highly collectible commodity. Brilliant on both sides, the coin is fully struck and has outstanding eye appeal. A thin, barely visible diagonal line extends from star 2 to star 8, this being mentioned, not as a detraction, but an identifier for future pedigree purposes. This Choice Proof trade dollar will be ideal for any high quality set. Pop 43; 32 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87059) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,525
Lot 1567		1879. PCGS graded Proof 63 Cameo. Traces of irregular peripheral gold and iridescent toning are noted surrounding selected obverse and reverse border areas of this lovely Select Cameo proof. Both sides show slight striking softness, especially on the stars below the olive branch. Pop 27; 77 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87059) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,231
Lot 1568		1880. PCGS graded Proof 67 Cameo. CAC Approved. An impressive Gem Cameo Proof. The fully brilliant devices and fields are in bold contrast to each other, and this snow-white appearance serves to highlight the cameo effect. A needle-sharp strike is displayed overall including the often-weak stars and Liberty's head. While 1,987 examples of this proof-only date were struck -- the largest proof mintage of the design type by a substantial margin -- relatively few remaining examples can match the quality offered here. No marks can be discerned by the naked eye, and low magnification reveals much the same scenario, revealing a coin that is ever so close to physical and aesthetic perfection. This example is certain to elicit strong bidding activity when it crosses the auction block. Pop 9; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87060) . Estimated Value $30,000 - 32,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1569		1881. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. An issue that is always in demand among collectors, the 1881 Trade dollar has the distinction of having been produced only in the proof format. This fully struck example is an exceptional survivor from an original mintage of just 960 pieces. Just a hint of natural pastel-gold patina can be discerned with close examination. Watery fields support satiny devices, yielding the highly desirable Cameo designation by PCGS. There are no mentionable contact marks on either side, only a vertical scratch on the plastic holder at the center of the obverse that should not be confused as a problem on the coin, itself. Worth a close look and a strong bid. Pop 27; 11 finer, 6 in 66, 2 in 66+, 2 in 67, 1 in 67+. (PCGS # 87061) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 7,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1570		1882. PCGS graded Proof 66. CAC Approved. Trade dollars continued to be struck at Philadelphia exclusively in proof format in 1882 for the fifth year in a row (since 1878). A fairly large mintage of 1,097 proofs was struck to satisfy anticipated collector demand, however, it seems to have lessened as the year progressed. It is likely that some examples may have gone unsold, to be melted after the end of the year, thus a smaller, but unknown survival rate. This remarkably toned Gem Proof features sharp details throughout, save for a couple of the star centrils. The magnificent highly reflective surfaces are spectacularly toned in vivid shades of reddish-gold at the centers with cobalt-blue hues at the outer areas on each side. A stunning, completely original example. Pop 19; 6 finer in 67. (PCGS # 7062) . Estimated Value $9,000 - 10,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1571		1883. NGC graded Proof 65. This richly toned Gem is a lovely survivor from the final year of regular-issue Trade dollar production, the 1884 and 1885 are great rarities, clandestinely produced at a later date. Minor striking softness is noticed on some of the obverse portrait's highpoints; head, breast, and thigh, otherwise sharply defined throughout. Only 979 1883 Trade dollars were struck as proofs, and today, any Gem example is considered a rarity. The original toning encompasses light gray and aqua-blue at the obverse rims with pinkish-gold in the centers, against highly reflective surfaces. Deeper aqua and pink tones appear on the reverse, with minimal field hairlines. Pop 55; 44 finer. Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold