Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 90

January Pre-Long Beach Auction

Small Size Notes

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1897		1977, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2023-G. This lovely Chicago Gem displays incredible embossing throughout, both of the design and the overprint. Estimated Value $40 - 60. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1898		1977-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2024-G. Another lovely Gem Chicago $10 FRN, this from the 1977A series. Estimated Value $40 - 60. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1899		1981, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2025-H. This is the only St. Louis $10 from this series to achieve the 65PPQ grade from PCGS, with only two examples finer (one a 66PPQ, and one a 67PPQ). Estimated Value $50 - 75. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1900		1981, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2025-L. This near-Gem is from the scarcer of the two San Francisco serial number blocks, with the L-A block valued higher than the L-B block in the most recent edition of the Schwartz & Lindquist reference. Estimated Value $50 - 70. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1901		1981-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2026-B. Although undoubtedly there are more notes in existence from this series that were saved at the time of issue than are included in the current population reports of the two major grading services, it is intriguing that PCGS and PMG have graded just seven notes combined from the 1981A New York district. This pleasing near-Gem is all alone in second place at PCGS, with a single 65PPQ the only higher graded example. Estimated Value $50 - 75. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1902		1981-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2026-J. While the relative scarcity of notes from this series is known to collectors, exactly how rare some of these notes are remains a mystery. The facts on this note is intriguing--it is the only Kansas City $10 from the 1981A series graded by PCGS Currency to date. PMG has, meanwhile, graded three examples, two circulated pieces and a 64EPQ. As these notes become more popular with collectors, the details will emerge as to which notes are truly rare. After more than a decade, this note remains the finest known for both of the major grading services. It is unlikely that there are many more ungraded examples in existence that will challenge it for eye appeal or technical merit. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1903		1985, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2027-E. A nice Gem from the Richmond district, with cavernous embossing that can easily be seen through the holder. Estimated Value $50 - 75. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1904		1988-A, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2028-E. Because collectors, for so many years, have ignored, in a relative sense, small size Federal Reserve Notes as a whole (particularly in denominations from $5 to $100), not many of these later issued have reached the grading services. That being said, it remains clear that there simply aren't many of these that were saved in high grades at the time of issue. To date, PCGS has graded only three examples of this series from the Richmond district, with this the finest of the three. PMG, by comparison, has graded only five such examples in all uncirculated grades, which means that even without duplication (by means of crossovers) there are still, at most, eight certified uncirculated examples of this issue known. The fact that a grade rarity such as this isn't expected to bring four figures or more is an intriguing marketplace inequality which may be changing, as collectors have flocked to these notes in recent years as Silver Certificates, Legal Tender Notes, and other "obsolete" series have become more expensive to collect. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1905		1995, $10 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2031-B. A high grade example from the New York district, one of only three 66PPqs graded by PCGS currency with just one (a 67PPQ) finer. Estimated Value $50 - 75. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $24
Lot 1906		*1999, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Superb Gem New 68PPQ. Fr-2033-D.** This superb Cleveland star note is tied with eight others as the finest graded by PCGS. Estimated Value $50 - 75. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $24
Lot 1907		*2003, $10 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Superb Gem New 67PPQ. Fr-2037-D.** A lovely example with broad margins and outstanding centering, from the Cleveland district bank. Estimated Value $60 - 80. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $29
Lot 1908		1928, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-2050-E. An early numbered district seal example from Richmond in an affordable but appealing circulated grade. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $59
Lot 1909		1928-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 30PPQ. Fr-2051-G. A Chicago district $20 with moderate circulation but fully original paper and excellent eye appeal, with no mentionable flaws whatsoever for the grade. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1910		1928-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. DGS Pair. PCGS About New 53PPQ and Very Fine 30PPQ. Fr-2052a-G. This pair of dark green seal $20s from Chicago display two different color shades of the Treasury seal. The lower grade piece has a slightly lighter seal color, which, while not light enough to qualify as an LGS variety, clearly is of a transitional seal color and could be designated as such. Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value $125 - 175. View details	Unsold
Lot 1911		1928-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 40PPQ. Fr-2052a-H. A fully original St. Louis DGS example, with three folds that define the grade but plenty of embossing, excellent eye appeal, and overall aesthetic merit to spare. Estimated Value $70 - 90. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1912		1928-C, $20 Federal Reserve Note. LGS. PCGS Very Fine 25PPQ. Fr-2053-G. This is a pleasing, fully original circulated example of a very scarce series which was printed for only two district banks, Chicago and San Francisco. While this Chicago $20 is from the more "common" of the two districts, it is in an uncommon state of preservation--a completely original and problem-free note in a moderately circulated grade. Undoubtedly a note that will receive quite a bit of interest from collectors, and one that will likely inspire spirited bidding before the hammer falls as there simply aren't enough notes from this series available, with this quality of preservation in a mid-range circulated grade, to meet collector demand. Estimated Value $500 - 700. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1913		Three Different 1934 $20 FRN DGS Mules from Different Districts. Fr-2054-F. Three different dark green seal mule variety examples, all graded Choice About New 55PPQ by PCGS: Fr. 2054am-F (Atlanta) 1934 $20 DGS Mule; Fr. 2054am-I (Minneapolis) 1934 $20 DGS Mule; and Fr. 2054am-K (Dallas) 1934 $20 DGS Mule. Lot of 3 notes. Estimated Value $120 - 150. View details	Unsold
Lot 1914		*1934, $20 Federal Reserve Note. DGS Star Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-2054a-G.** A scarce Chicago star note, with the dark green Treasury seal variety. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $47
Lot 1915		*1934-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Mule Star Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 40PPQ. Fr-2055m-G.** A very scarce star note from the Chicago district, particularly in higher grades. This example is lightly circulated but retains excellent originality and eye appeal. Estimated Value $350 - 450. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1916		1934-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Mule. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2055m-G. A gorgeous Chicago district $20, with bold embossing and excellent margins. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1917		1934-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2055-G. Pleasing, well centered, and fully original. From the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $88
Lot 1918		1934-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2056-E. This near-Gem example from the Richmond district just misses the centering required for a higher grade. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $88
Lot 1919		1934-C, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Old Back. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. Fr-2057-B. This New York district $20 has the old back design that lacks the balcony on the vignette of the White House. Estimated Value $50 - 70. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $35
Lot 1920		1950-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2061-G. Outstanding originality and broad, even margins enhance the appeal of this Gem from Chicago. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1921		*1950-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 40PPQ. Fr-2061-G.** A few light folds define the grade on this lightly circulated and fully original Chicago $20 star note. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1922		*1950-B, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Fine 15. Fr-2061-I.** A solid circulated example of this scarce Minneapolis district star note. Estimated Value $90 - 120. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1923		1950-D, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2063-G. This Chicago $20 is from the scarcer G-D serial number block, and is tied with one other example as the "top pop" from this block with no other examples graded by PCGS any finer. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1924		1950-D, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2063-G. Perfectly original and pack fresh, from the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value $75 - 100. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1925		1950-E, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2064-G. Only three district banks issued this scarce 1950E $20 series, New York, Chicago, and San Francisco. This Chicago example is an ideal Gem, with broad margins, excellent originality, and bold embossing evident through the holder. PCGS has graded only one other example in 65PPQ, with just three finer to date. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $165
Lot 1926		1969-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Fr-2068-G. This Chicago district $20 is near the top of the population report, as PCGS has graded just three examples at this grade level and only one finer (a 67PPQ). Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $53
Lot 1927		Two Chicago $20 Frns. Fr-2070-G. A pair of PCGS certified examples, including: Fr. 2070-G 1969C $20 (Chicago) Very Choice New 64; and Fr. 2071-G 1974 $20 (Chicago) Very Choice New 64PPQ. Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value $80 - 100. View details	Unsold
Lot 1928		*1974, $20 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. Fr-2071-C.** This Philadelphia star Twenty is scarce in high grades, as PCGS has graded only this note and one other in 63PPQ with just one 64PPQ topping it for finest known honors. This centering, which is off just a trifle, is the only graded-limiting factor. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1929		1981, $20 Federal Reserve Notes. Two Different Blocks. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ and Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2073-G. Two different serial number blocks are represented in this certified pair, with the G-B block $20 grading 65PPQ and the G-D block $20 a 64PPQ. The G-B example is one of only 2 examples graded 65PPQ by PCGS, with just one note finer. The G-D block note is a bit scarcer, and is all alone at the top of the population report with no notes graded any finer by PCGS. Lot of 2 notes. Estimated Value $120 - 160. View details	Unsold
Lot 1930		1981-A, $20 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2074-J. This note is a perfect example of how many later-date rarities have flown under the radar for so many years, and it is the lone, single Kansas City district example from this scarcer series that has been graded by PCGS to date in any grade. The centering falls just short of a Gem grade, otherwise the note is as fresh and original as the day it was printed. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1931		High Grade Certified 20 FRN Group. Fr-2075-E. A nice group of PCGS graded $20 Feds, a few of which are at or near the top of the PCGS Currency Population Report of graded examples. Included are: Fr. 2075-E 1985 $20 (Richmond) Gem New 65PPQ (population 3 in 65PPQ, only 1 finer); Fr. 2076-G 1988A $20 (Chicago) Gem New 65PPQ; Fr. 2081-B 1995 $20 (New York) Very Choice New 64PPQ; Fr. 2082-G 1995 $10 (Chicago FW) Very Choice New 64PPQ; Fr. 2083-B* 1996 $20 Star Note (New York) Gem New 66PPQ (population 3 in 66PPQ, none finer); Fr. 2088-B 2001 $20 (New York FW) Superb Gem New 67PPQ with 4-digit "repeater" serial number CB76587658B (population 1 in 67PPQ, none finer); Fr. 2090-F* 2004 $20 Star Note (Atlanta FW) Very Choice New 64PPQ; and Fr. 2090-G* 2004 $20 Star Note (Chicago FW) Gem New 66PPQ. Lot of 8 notes. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details	Realized $317
Lot 1932		1928, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 40. Fr-2100-D. This Cleveland $50 numbered district seal example is only moderately circulated and retains bright paper and bold colors. Estimated Value $175 - 225. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $165
Lot 1933		*1950-A, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-2108-G.** A scarce star note from the Chicago district bank. Estimated Value $100 - 150. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $60
Lot 1934		*1950-B, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Very Fine 35. Fr-2109-B.** Only lightly circulated and free of any mentionable problems, this star note Fifty is from the New York district bank. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $60
Lot 1935		*1950-B, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 45PPQ. Fr-2109-G.** This Chicago star note is only lightly circulated, with a few light bends that define the grade, and is fully original with excellent embossing still present. Estimated Value $125 - 175. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1936		1950-D, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Very Fine 20. Fr-2111-D. A scarce Cleveland district star note Fifty, moderately circulated but still quite presentable with bright, original paper for the grade. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $59
Lot 1937		1950-E, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-2112-L. This series is quite scarce in all grades and for all three districts for which it was printed. In fact, PCGS has graded only six notes from the San Francisco district, including this example, in all grades combined. This is a pleasing mid-grade circulated piece with no mentionable problems. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $118
Lot 1938		1974, $50 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2118-G. Of the five Chicago district notes graded by PCGS from the 1974 series, this example is far and away the finest known. In fact, it is the only uncirculated example graded by PCGS to date. It is boldly original, well centered, and as nice as could be expected for the grade. Estimated Value $150 - 250. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1939		*1977, $50 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. Fr-2119-G.** This Chicago district $50 star note is one of just three uncirculated examples graded by either of the two major grading services combined, with this the only 64PPQ graded by PCGS with just one other (a 66PPQ) finer. (PMG has also graded a 65EPQ.) It is boldly original, with its only minor flaw being the centering that is just a trifle off and prevents a Gem grade. Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $94
Lot 1940		*2004, $50 Federal Reserve Note. FW Star Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ. Fr-2128-G.** A lovely Gem star note from the Chicago district. Estimated Value $100 - 125. View details	Realized $59
Lot 1941		*1928, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Very Fine 25. Fr-2150-G.** This star note $100 is from the Chicago district, and is solid for the grade with original paper surfaces. Early star note $100s are rare in higher grades, as they simply weren't saved in large numbers at the time of issue and the survival of even a single example is a matter of chance. Estimated Value $400 - 500. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $323
Lot 1942		1928, $100 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Very Fine 30. Fr-2150-G. An attractive mid-grade circulated example from the Chicago district and the first small size $100 Federal Reserve Note series. Estimated Value $200 - 250. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $118
Lot 1943		1928, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Fr-2150. A star note bearing a low serial number of L00007505. Fine.* Estimated Value $150 - 200. View details	Realized $188
Lot 1944		1928-A, $100 Federal Reserve Note. DGS. PCGS Very Fine 35PPQ. Fr-2151a-G. A strictly original, lightly circulated example from the Chicago district, with excellent eye appeal for the grade. Estimated Value $175 - 225. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $119
Lot 1945		1950, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Mule. PCGS Very Choice New 64. Fr-2157m-G. This Chicago district C-note is the mule variety, with a micro back plate number that was meant for the earlier 1934-dated series notes. Estimated Value $175 - 225. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $147
Lot 1946		*1950-D, $100 Federal Reserve Note. Star Note. PCGS Extremely Fine 45PPQ. Fr-2161-B.** This New York star note is rare in all grades, as it is one of only two pieces graded in all grades by PCGS Currency to date. In fact, neither of the two major grading services have graded a single uncirculated example, so this is one the nicest examples that is obtainable. It is pleasing for the grade, with original paper surfaces and just a few light bends that keep it from a higher grade. Estimated Value $250 - 350. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $200

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