Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 85

May 31-June 2, 2015 Pre Long Beach

Barber Half Dollars

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1313		1892. PCGS graded MS-63. CAC Approved. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides (PCGS # 6461) . Estimated Value $800 - 900. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,058
Lot 1314		1892-O. PCGS graded MS-65+. Mostly untoned with semi prooflike surfaces. This is the first year of the Barber design and a mere 390,000 pieces were struck at the New Orleans Mint. Gem examples like this are quite difficult to obtain, and this is certainly one of the finer examples known today of this issue. Destined for an advanced Barber half dollar collection and worthy of a strong bid. Pop 1; 6 finer, 4 in 66, 1 in 67, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 6462) . Estimated Value $4,000 - 4,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,583
Lot 1315		1893. PCGS graded Proof 67 Cameo. Fully white gem proof cameo. The contrast is enhanced by the depth of the frost on the devices, as they stand tall above the distant mirror fields. An exceptional example of this early Barber half dollar and one which will grace any advanced collection. 1893 was the second year these new half dollars were produced. Clearly this one was carefully set aside and cherished from the time of issue by knowledgeable numismatiststo retain such amazing quality and mark free surfaces. Only 792 struck. Pop 5; 2 finer, 1 in 67+, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 86540) . Estimated Value $8,000 - 8,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,400
Lot 1316		1894. PCGS graded Proof 66. Lovely golden toning. Only 972 struck. Pop 26; 10 finer in 67. (PCGS # 6541) . Estimated Value $2,600 - 2,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,878
Lot 1317		1895. PCGS graded MS-63. Nice even toning on both sides. Pop 39; 60 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6471) . Estimated Value $750 - 800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $764
Lot 1318		1896. NGC graded Proof 66. Fully white gem proof. Only 762 struck. Pop 25; 23 finer at NGC. Estimated Value $3,100 - 3,200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $3,525
Lot 1319		1897. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely light blue toning. This is one of the finer examples of this date and mint seen by PCGS and would be a perfect selection to represent the type. The strike is sharp throughout, and the surfaces are free of all but a few minor grazes. Impressive appeal for a Barber half dollar, and worth a strong bid for these qualities. Pop 11; 3 finer, 1 in 66+, 2 in 67. (PCGS # 6477) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $4,700
Lot 1320		1898. PCGS graded Proof 67. Nice original toning. Tied with the finest seen of this date in proof. Notice the pleasing colors in the toning as well as the nearly perfect fields and devices. Rarely are these larger coins so well preserved, and this one is certain to be a welcome addition to any advanced collection. Only 735 struck. Pop 10; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6545) . Estimated Value $5,000 - 5,500. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,875
Lot 1321		1898-O. NGC graded MS-65. Light golden tone with attractive russet-gold accents around the obverse. The strike is sharp on the obverse but shows the usual minor softness on the arrows and claw on the reverse. A scarce date from the New Orleans Mint at the gem or finer level, and worth a good bid from any serious Barber half dollar specialist. Pop 9; 3 finer, 2 in 66, 1 in 67. Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,756
Lot 1322		1899. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved. Lovely toning. Pop 26; 12 finer, 1 in 65+, 7 in 66, 2 in 66+, 2 in 67. (PCGS # 6483) . Estimated Value $2,700 - 2,800. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,055
Lot 1323		1899. PCGS graded MS-65. A nice white coin. Pop 25; 12 finer, 1 in 65+, 7 in 66, 2 in 66+, 2 in 67. (PCGS # 6483) . Estimated Value $2,600 - 2,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,938
Lot 1324		1899-O. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC Approved. Lightly toned with soft gold and gray hues over lustrous fields. A condition rarity at the gem level and worthy of a bold bid from a type or date collector. This piece exudes tremendous originality and is certainly deserving of the Premium Quality CAC designation. Pop 8; 7 finer, 4 in 66, 3 in 66+. (PCGS # 6484) . Estimated Value $6,500 - 7,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $8,519
Lot 1325		1901. PCGS graded Proof 67. The obverse mostly white while the reverse has wonderful blue-green toning. This is clearly one of the finer survivors of a limited mintage, as only 813 were struck. Add to the appeal the glorious toning and you have a bold and worthy selection for an advanced date set of this series. Pop 9; 2 finer in 68. (PCGS # 6548) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,756
Lot 1326		1901. NGC graded MS-62. Lightly toned with a certain reflective quality in the fields. Desirable as a BU specimen. Pop 37; 90 finer at NGC. Estimated Value $550 - 600. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $617
Lot 1327		1901-S. PCGS graded MS-63. Mostly well struck, a little light on the "S" mint mark and toned, darker at the rims. A rare under valued date in mint state grades. While not as rare as its famous cousins, the dime and quarter of this date and mint, this half dollar deserves attention in its own right. Pop 9; 18 finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 6491) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. Ex Hayes Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $7,638
Lot 1328		1903. PCGS graded MS-65. Frosty and lightly toned with scattered specks. The surfaces are pleasing when examined and the luster is abundant. Scarce this well preserved and a solid representative of this date or type. Pop 6; 6 finer, 1 in 65+, 5 in 66. (PCGS # 6495) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,756
Lot 1329		1903-O. NGC graded MS-65. Lovely rainbow toning of sea-green and aqua around the rims, fading to russet-gold to the centers. Clean surfaces throughout and offering a good strike for this date. One of several difficult New Orleans Mint coins to find at the gem or finer grade level and here is one that is certain to attract well deserved attention for its quality and appeal. Pop 9; 4 finer in 66. Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,756
Lot 1330		A pair of 1903-O Barber Half Dollars. NGC graded both UNC Details, Obverse Graffiti. Each with natural antique toning concealing the fine graffiti. Lot of 2 coins. Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details	Unsold
Lot 1331		1904. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Lovely rainbow toning. Only 670 Struck. Pop 2; 12 finer, 7 in 66, 1 in 66+, 2 in 67, 2 in 67+. (PCGS # 86551) . Estimated Value $2,900 - 3,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,703
Lot 1332		1905-S. PCGS graded MS-67. A fully white gem. A truly tough date at the superb grade level as seen here, and certainly worthy of the most advanced collection. Finer examples simply do not exist, so if you are looking for a prize to respresent this San Francisco date, then bid wisely to capature this stunning jewel. Pop 3; none finer at PCGS. Tied for the finest example graded at both services. (PCGS # 6503) . Estimated Value $14,000 - 15,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $19,388
Lot 1333		1905-S. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely light golden toning. Pop 18; 12 finer, 6 in 65, 3 in 66, 3 in 67. (PCGS # 6503) . Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,820
Lot 1334		1906-D. PCGS graded MS-66. A nice white example. This is the first year of production from the Denver Mint, and a beautiful coin it is. Not only bathed in mint luster, but the surfaces are outstanding as well. Rare this well preserved and virtually unobtainable finer. Pop 8; 2 finer, 1 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 6505) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,405
Lot 1335		1906-D. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC Approved. Lovely rainbow toning. Pop 8; 2 finer, 1 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 6505) . Estimated Value $4,500 - 5,000. Ex Newman Collection; Ex Col. Green Collection. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $6,169
Lot 1336		1907-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice old time toning. Pop 24; 16 finer, 11 in 66, 2 in 66+, 2 in 67, 1 in 67+. (PCGS # 6509) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,174
Lot 1337		1908-D. PCGS graded MS-66. CAC Approved. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides. Pop 10; 6 finer, 2 in 66+, 4 in 67. (PCGS # 6513) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $5,170
Lot 1338		1909. PCGS graded MS-65. Light toning blankets both sides of this attractive Gem piece. A very wholesome coin that is quite desirable. Pop 58; 14 finer, 11 in 66, 3 in 66+. (PCGS # 6516) . Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1339		1910. NGC graded Proof 68. Wonderful and colorful toning on both sides. This is a low mintage date for business strikes as well as Proofs, and both are in strong demand. Here is one of the technically finest, as well as one of the most beautiful of this limited issue date. An exceptional coin that will add considerable pizzazz to any advanced collection lucky enough to obtain it. Only 551 struck. Pop 6; 1 finer in 68+ Star. Estimated Value $6,000 - 6,500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $10,281
Lot 1340		1910. NGC graded Proof 67 Cameo. A fully white gem proof cameo. Outstanding eye appeal and superb quality never go out of style. Here is one with everything, including the cameo contrast to dazzle the numismatic eye. Only 551 struck. Pop 15; 2 finer, 1 in 68, 1 in 68 Star. Estimated Value $3,800 - 4,000. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $6,169
Lot 1341		1911-D. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. CAC Approved. Frosty with some areas of toning. Pop 22; 12 finer, 8 in 66, 1 in 66+, 3 in 67 (PCGS # 6522) . Estimated Value $3,000 - 3,100. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1342		1911-S. PCGS graded MS-66+. CAC Approved. Lovely light toning and a very choice coin. This is one of the finest known of the date and mint, and stands tall as the second finest certified by PCGS. As David Akers noted "this is a very scarce and underrated issue in all mint state grades, and a rare one in gem. It is significantly more rare in gem than the 1910-S, and it is actually very nearly in the same rarity class as the 1906-1908 San Francisco issues." Nearly three decades of certification back up this statement, and here is a simply stunning and magnificent example of this condition rarity. Pop 1; 1 finer in 67+. (PCGS # 6523) . Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,106
Lot 1343		1912. PCGS graded MS-65. A nice white coin. Pop 19; 6 finer, 3 in 65+, 2 in 66, 1 in 66+. (PCGS # 6524) . Estimated Value $2,300 - 2,400. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,763
Lot 1344		1912-D. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC Approved. Nice old time toning can be seen on both sides of this lovely Gem. Pop 59; 16 finer, 15 in 66, 1 in 66+. (PCGS # 6525) . Estimated Value $2,100 - 2,200. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,820
Lot 1345		1915-D. PCGS graded MS-65. A hint of light gold tone. Pop 59; 18 finer, 16 in 66, 2 in 66+. (PCGS # 6533) . Estimated Value $2,200 - 2,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,468
Lot 1346		A complete set of Barber Half Dollars. 1892 to 1915-S, with an extra 1897. Coins will grade AG to Fine. Lot of 74 coins. Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details	Realized $2,468
Lot 1347		A complete set of Barber Half Dollars. 1892 to 1915-S. Coins will grade AG to Good. All housed in a deluxe Dansco Album. Lot of 73 coins. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details	Realized $1,410