Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 85

May 31-June 2, 2015 Pre Long Beach

$2.50 Liberty

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1688		1842-D. NGC graded AU-58. Untoned with residual luster in the protected areas. A condition rarity in all grades, this example one of the finer pieces seen today in numismatic circles from the popular Dahlonega Mint. The 18 of the date is repunched low, and the fields and devices show a few shallow marks when closely examined. Only 4,643 struck. Pop 9; 4 finer, 3 in 61, 1 in 62. (PCGS # 7725) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 16,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $16,450
Lot 1689		1842-D. PCGS graded AU-53. Untoned, with typical orange-gold shades throughout. The strike is reasonably sharp too, with Liberty offering nearly full definition on her curls and the eagle's feathers too. The original mintage of 4,643 pieces suffered the expected high attrition rate, and today there are less than 100 examples known. This issue is nearly as rare as the famed 1840-D, and is one of the toughest to find above EF from the Dahlonega Mint. Pop 5; 12 finer, 7 in 55, 5 in 58. (PCGS # 7725) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,638
Lot 1690		1842-D. NGC graded VF-20. Light golden toning. Only 4,643 struck (PCGS # 7725) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,056
Lot 1691		1846-O. PCGS graded MS-61 PQ. A gorgeous toned example that offers considerable mint frost on the devices and generally clean surfaces for the grade level. The sunset golden coloration mesmerizes the viewer. A scarce early New Orleans Mint $2.50 that is a condition rarity when found this well preserved. Only 62,000 struck. This coin has the look of a MS62 and truly warrants a premium bid for the technical quality as well as the lovely eye appeal. A fantastic addition to any New Orleans Mint and quarter eagle collection Pop 10; 5 finer, 3 in 62, 1 in 63, 1 in 64. (PCGS # 7743) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1692		1846-O. PCGS graded MS-61. Only 62,000 minted. An attractive example of this elusive Mint State New Orleans quarter eagle. A great opportunity to acquire a piece of such quality. Pop 10; 5 finer, 3 in 62, 1 in 63, 1 in 64. (PCGS # 7743) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,640
Lot 1693		1849-D. PCGS graded MS-61. Mostly untoned. The obverse is rather sharp as all the stars have radial lines save the uppermost which is a trifle soft at its center. The reverse is also well struck with the eagle's wing feathers clear. A modest mintage of only 10,945 struck, this example is now confirmed to be one of the finest known and worthy of any specialized collection. Pop 3; 2 finer in 62. (PCGS # 7754) . Estimated Value $15,000 - 16,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1694		1852 VF Details. Worn as Jewelry (PCGS # 7763) . Estimated Value $140 - 150. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $176
Lot 1695		1853. PCGS graded MS-63. Rich golden toning. Pop 108; 81 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 7767) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $646
Lot 1696		1853-D. PCGS graded MS-61. Lovely golden toning. Only 3,178 struck with merely 90 examples estimated to have survived. this is one of the finer examples known today, and it offers a much sharper than usual strike. The surfaces are clean too, especially for the modest grade assigned. A Dahlonega condition rarity that will surely please any specialist of the series. Pop 7; 2 finer in 62. (PCGS # 7768) . Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $16,450
Lot 1697		1854. NGC graded MS-63. Well struck featuring golden-orange and olive colors. Housed in an Old Style Holder. Pop 53; 39 finer at NGC. (PCGS # 7769) . Estimated Value $800 - 850. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $899
Lot 1698		1856. PCGS graded MS-63 PQ. CAC Approved. Lovely light golden toning. Housed in a PCGS First Generation Holder. Pop 27; 30 finer, 20 in 64, 6 in 65, 3 in 66, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 7777) . Estimated Value $950 - 1,000. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,939
Lot 1699		1856-O. NGC graded AU-53. Scarce low mintage date. Lightly toned. Only 21,100 struck. Pop 20; 80 finer at NGC. (PCGS # 7780) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1700		1857-O. NGC graded AU-55. Well struck with light mottled toning. Very scarce in grades above EF. Only 34,000 struck (PCGS # 7784) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,469
Lot 1701		1861. New Reverse. PCGS graded MS-62. (PCGS # 7794) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $664
Lot 1702		1861 New Reverse. NGC graded MS-61. Nice honey-gold color overall with a few scattered marks that explain the grade assignment. Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $617
Lot 1703		1861. Old reverse. SEGS graded AU-50. Lightly cleaned. Mistakenly attributed to "New Reverse" on the holder. Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $646
Lot 1704		1862. PCGS graded MS-61. Frosty. A tough date to find in mint state and this example has pleasing surfaces and ample luster throughout. Only 98,508 struck. Pop 7; 19 finer, 7 in 62, 1 in 62+, 8 in 63, 3 in 64. (PCGS # 7796) . Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,878
Lot 1705		1872-S. PCGS graded MS-61. Mostly untoned. Only 18,000 struck. Pop 2; 7 finer, 2 in 62, 3 in 63, 2 in 64. (PCGS # 7816) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,348
Lot 1706		1876-S. NGC graded EF-45. Toned (PCGS # 7825) . Estimated Value $350 - 400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $494
Lot 1707		1877-S. PCGS graded MS-62. CAC Approved. Nice light gold tone. Only 35,400 struck. Housed in an Old Green Holder. Pop 37; 32 finer, 21 in 63, 8 in 64, 3 in 65. (PCGS # 7827) . Estimated Value $800 - 850. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,116
Lot 1708		1878. NGC graded MS-61. Well struck with golden orange toning (PCGS # 7828) . Estimated Value $350 - 380. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1709		1881. NGC graded Proof 66 Ultra Cameo. Only 51 minted. A Gem Ultra Cameo Proof that offers rich copper-gold hues, bold mirror fields and glorious frost on the devices. This proof finish is so dramatic on these ultra cameo pieces that one has to consider them to be the most beautiful of these early proof gold rarities. While proof gold coinage is also beautiful, its the dramatic effect of the depth of the mirror fields that stands so tall when contrasted against the frosted devices. Among the Finest Known of this low mintage date which is seldom found at all. A wonderful coin. Pop 3; none finer at NGC . Estimated Value $35,000 - 39,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1710		1888 and 1896. Both coins will grade MS-63 or better. Sent in too late for grading. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $1,000-UP. View details	Realized $1,998
Lot 1711		1892. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. CAC Approved. Golden toning with reflective fields. Only 2,440 minted. Pop 17; 13 finer (PCGS # 7844) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,100. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,643
Lot 1712		1895. PCGS graded Proof 66+ Deep Cameo. CAC Approved. A nice white deep cameo proof. The deep cameo proofs are the most desirable of all, with the boldest contrast and when found on a gem like this, offer hours of enjoyment as the quality of the surfaces deserves long and lingering study. The rarity of this issue is understood, as proof gold coinage has always been hard to find. Certainly a prime opportunity for the advanced specialist. Only 119 struck. Pop 1; 3 finer in 67. (PCGS # 97921) . Estimated Value $28,000 - 30,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $32,313
Lot 1713		1897. PCGS graded MS-63. Lovely golden-sunset toning (PCGS # 7849) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $646
Lot 1714		1898. PCGS graded Proof 64 Deep Cameo PQ. CAC Approved. Boldly struck and should be regraded to a Proof 65 Cameo. Solid contrast between the frosty devices and the mirror fields, and free of all but a trace of contact. Highly appealing and an elegant example of this issue in Proof. A coin that will dazzle any collector with its high quality and rich goldden appeal for as long as it is owned. Only 165 struck. Pop 6; 15 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 97924) . Estimated Value $7,000 - 8,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,106
Lot 1715		1900. PCGS graded Proof 66 Deep Cameo. Rich golden toning with abundant frost on the devices while the fields are bathed in thick mirror patina that is virtually perfect in quality. While these early quarter eagle proofs can be obtained, finding a gem with this highest degree of contrast is a real challenge for most collectors. Don't expect to find another like this coin anytime soon! Only 205 struck. Pop 10; 12 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 97926) . Estimated Value $20,000 - 22,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1716		1901. PCGS graded MS-66+. Wonderful gold toning. Only 91,100 struck. Pop 4; 14 finer, 13 in 67, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 7853) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,645
Lot 1717		1903. PCGS graded Proof 55. Light handling marks are noted in the fields. Only 197 struck (PCGS # 7929) . Estimated Value $1,800 - 1,900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1718		1903. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck with lovely golden toning. Pop 254; 74 finer, 5 in 66+, 67 in 67, 2 in 67+. (PCGS # 7855) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,234
Lot 1719		1903. NGC graded MS-64+. Intensely lustrous with near immaculate satiny surfaces throughout (PCGS # 7855) . Estimated Value $650 - 700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1720		1903. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Mostly untoned (PCGS # 7855) . Estimated Value $400 - 425. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $376
Lot 1721		1904. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck with light golden toning. Pop 192; 54 finer, 4 in 66+, 49 in 67, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 7856) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1722		1904. PCGS graded MS-62. CAC Approved. Mostly untoned (PCGS # 7856) . Estimated Value $325 - 350. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $353
Lot 1723		1905. PCGS graded MS-67 PQ. CAC Approved. Fully untoned and boldly struck. Pop 74; 5 finer, 2 in 67+, 3 in 68 (PCGS # 7857) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1724		1905. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. CAC Approved. Lovely light golden toning. Pop 267; 88 finer (PCGS # 7857) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,469
Lot 1725		1905. PCGS graded MS-66. Mostly untoned. Pop 264; 88 finer, 12 in 66+, 72 in 67, 2 in 67+, 2 in 68. (PCGS # 7857) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,234
Lot 1726		1905. NGC graded MS-64. Lovely golden toning (PCGS # 7857) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1727		1905. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Mostly untoned (PCGS # 7857) . Estimated Value $400 - 425. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $447
Lot 1728		1905. ANACS graded AU-58. Some minor marks. Housed in an Old Style Holder. Estimated Value $250 - 260. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $306
Lot 1729		1906. NGC graded MS-66. Lovely rich gold toning. Pop 250; 94 finer at NGC. (PCGS # 7858) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1730		1906. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC Approved. A hint of gold tone. Pop 236; 61 finer, 4 in 66+, 54 in 67, 1 in 67+, 2 in 68. (PCGS # 7858) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,410
Lot 1731		1906. PCGS graded UNC Details, Cleaning. Well struck and untoned (PCGS # 7858) . Estimated Value $200 - 220. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $317
Lot 1732		1907. PCGS graded Proof 64 Cameo. CAC Approved. Lovely light golden toning gracefully covers both sides of this spectacular proof. The strong cameo contrast adds nicely to its appeal. An impressive piece that certainly warrants the PQ designation indicated by the CAC sticker. Only 154 struck. Pop 6; 23 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 87933) . Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1733		1907. PCGS graded MS-66+. CAC Approved. A lovely coin. Pop 11; 81 finer, 78 in 67, 2 in 67+, 1 in 68 (PCGS # 7859) . Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,381
Lot 1734		1907. PCGS graded MS-66. Mostly untoned and choice. Pop 359; 89 finer, 8 in 66+, 78 in 67, 2 in 67+, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 7859) . Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200. The Safety Deposit Box Find. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,146
Lot 1735		1907. ANACS graded MS-64. A hint of light gold tone. Housed in an Old Style Holder. Estimated Value $400 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $494