Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 93

September 4-7, 2016 Pre-Long Beach Auction

Buffalo Nickels

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 620		1913 Buffalo 5C. Type 1 PCGS MS65. PCGS graded MS-65. Boldly struck with lovely golden toning (PCGS # 3915) Estimated Value $90 - 100 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $118
Lot 621		1913-S Buffalo 5C. Type 1 PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely golden toning. Pop 156; 27 finer, 1 in 66+, 23 in 67, 2 in 67+, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 3917) Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,028
Lot 622		1913 Buffalo 5C. Type 2 PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64. Lovely rainbow toning (PCGS # 3921) Estimated Value $60 - 70 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 623		1913-S Buffalo 5C. Type 2 PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64. CAC. PQ. Light even toning (PCGS # 3923) Estimated Value $1,300 - 1,400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,410
Lot 624		1913-S Buffalo 5C. Type 2 PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64. Housed in an Old Green Holder. Nice golden toning (PCGS # 3923) Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,703
Lot 625		1915-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66+. PQ. CAC. Wonderful toning on both sides of soft pastel blue and rose hues. The strike is sharper than commonly seen on this San Francisco date, with the legends well defined as well as the central devices. Amazing eye appeal and luster as well, and close scrutiny of the surfaces finds virtual perfection and freedom from handlong marks. This is a key date and mint, one that is virtually unobtainable this well preserved, as this is one of the finest certified 1915-S Buffalo nickels. An exceptional opportunity for the specialist who appreciates high quality and towering visual appeal. Pop 1; 3 finer in 67. (PCGS # 3929) Estimated Value $10,000 - 11,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $11,750
Lot 626		1915-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS65. PCGS graded MS-65. CAC. PQ. Well struck. Pop 117; 44 finer, 4 in 65+, 36 in 66, 1 in 66+, 3 in 67. (PCGS # 3929) Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,291
Lot 627		1917-D Buffalo 5C PCGS MS65. PCGS graded MS-65. Nice golden toning. Pop 153; 28 finer, 5 in 65+, 21 in 66, 1 in 66+, 1 in 67. (PCGS # 3935) Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,528
Lot 628		1917-D Buffalo 5C NGC MS65. NGC graded MS-65. Nice golden toning. Pop 51; 7 finer, 6 in 66, 1 in 67 Star. Estimated Value $1,700 - 1,800 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,469
Lot 629		1919 Buffalo 5C PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66+. CAC. Lovely golden toning spanning the upper right on the obvere, and generally across the reverse. The strike is exceptional with pricesely formed legends and crisp devices, right down to the bison's tail split. One of the best examples exceeded by just a small select group seen a point finer. Pop 14; 19 finer, 17 in 67, 2 in 67+. (PCGS # 3941) Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 630		1919-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64. Nicely toned and softly struck. Pop 201; 43 finer, 6 in 64+, 32 in 65, 2 in 65+, 3 in 66. (PCGS # 3943) Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,174
Lot 631		1919-S Buffalo 5C NGC MS64. NGC graded MS-64. Fully brilliant coin. Pop 119; 22 finer, 1 in 64+, 17 in 65, 3 in 66, 1 in 66+. Estimated Value $1,900 - 2,000 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,998
Lot 632		1920 Buffalo 5C PCGS MS67. PCGS graded MS-67. Boldly struck on all the devices, with wonderful golden pastel toning. that enhances all the design elements. Tied with a dozen others at the absolute top of the grading charts at PCGS, and worthy of the most advanced Set Registry collection. An exceptionally appealing example of this date, and one that will add pizzazz to any Bufflao nickel collection. Pop 13; none finer at PCGS. (PCGS # 3944) Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 633		1921 Buffalo 5C PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66. Untoned and boldly struck on all the devices. The reverse shows strong evidence of die clashing, commonly seen on this issue. 1921 is a semi-scarce date with a lower mintage than usual for the Philadelphia Mint as demand for nickels and coinage in general slowed in 1921, leading to several key dates being struck in 1921. While available with patience, certainly any 1921 Buffalo nickel this nice is worth waiting for, so don't miss out when it crosses the auction block. Pop 186; 40 finer, 12 in 66+, 28 in 67. (PCGS # 3947) Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,645
Lot 634		1923-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64. Lightly toned on both sides. Pop 417; 66 finer, 9 in 64+, 51 in 65, 3 in 65+, 3 in 66. (PCGS # 3950) Estimated Value $950 - 1,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $940
Lot 635		1924-D Buffalo 5C PCGS MS64. PCGS graded MS-64 PQ. CAC. A nice frosty coin (PCGS # 3952) Estimated Value $900 - 1,000 Ex: The Dr. Jack Adams Collection Superior May 31-June 2, 1992 Lot 1791. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,234
Lot 636		1925-D Buffalo 5C PCGS MS65. PCGS graded MS-65. Better than average strike with nice even toning. Pop 106; 19 finer, 8 in 65+, 11 in 66. (PCGS # 3955) Estimated Value $3,200 - 3,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $3,408
Lot 637		1927-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS65. PCGS graded MS-65. PQ. Intense blue and golden toning. Lots of mint luster. A beautiful coin. Pop 35; 4 finer, 3 in 65+, 1 in 66. (PCGS # 3962) Estimated Value $11,000 - 12,000 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $9,988
Lot 638		1929-S Buffalo 5C PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66. Nicely toned. Pop 218; 18 finer, 9 in 66+, 9 in 67. (PCGS # 3968) Estimated Value $550 - 600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $541
Lot 639		1935 Buffalo 5C PCGS MS67. PCGS graded MS-67. Well struck and untoned and one of the finer examples known of this late Phildadelphia Mint issue. The surfaces are super clean and nearly free of contact, and the luster is vibrant and fresh. Pop 134; 15 finer, 14 in 67+, 1 in 68. (PCGS # 3974) Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,100 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 640		1935-D Buffalo 5C PCGS MS66. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. CAC. Lovely toning on both sides with concentric rainbows of iridesecent shades blended with rosy gold and teal on both sides. Amazing surface quality as expected for the high grade as well, and nothing here spells a hint of disappointment. Pop 181; 23 finer, 14 in 66+, 9 in 67 (PCGS # 3975) Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,500 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,938
Lot 641		1936-D Buffalo 5C PCGS MS67. PCGS graded MS-67. Untoned and boldly struck. There is only a modest population this nice, and higher grade coins are extremely limited for this Denver issue. An impressive example that will please any specialist of this challenging series. Pop 69; 3 finer in 67+, 2 in 68. (PCGS # 3978) Estimated Value $850 - 900 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 642		1937 Buffalo 5C PCGS Proof 66. PCGS graded Proof 66. Nicely toned. Only 5,769 struck (PCGS # 3996) Estimated Value $1,100 - 1,200 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $1,087
Lot 643		1937-D Buffalo 5C. 3 Legs PCGS AU55. PCGS graded AU-55. Nice golden toning (PCGS # 3982) Estimated Value $650 - 700 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $852
Lot 644		1937-D Buffalo 5C. 3 Legs PCGS AU50. PCGS graded AU-50. Evenly toned (PCGS # 3982) Estimated Value $550 - 600 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $617
Lot 645		1937-D Buffalo 5C. 3 Legs PCGS VF25. PCGS graded VF-25. CAC. (PCGS # 3982) Estimated Value $375 - 400 View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $447
Lot 646		1938-D/S Buffalo 5C NGC MS66. NGC graded MS-66. Lovely golden toning. Estimated Value $190 - 200 View details and enlarged photos	Realized $165
Lot 647		A trio of Buffalo Nickels. Consists of: 1935; 1937; 1937-S. Coins will grade MS-64 or MS-65. Lot of 3 coins. Estimated Value $60 - 70 View details	Unsold
Lot 648		1937-D Buffalo 5C. Coins will grade MS-64 to MS-65. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 120 View details	Realized $200
Lot 649		1938-D Buffalo 5C. Coins will grade MS-64 to MS-65. Lot of 5 coins. Estimated Value $100 - 115 View details	Realized $165