Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 90

January Pre-Long Beach Auction

Liberty Nickels

Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 1391		1883. Without "CENTS". PCGS graded Proof 67 PQ. CAC Approved. Lovely rainbow toning on both sides with golden russet, with a few traces of rose and crimson. This one is decidedly one of the finest known of this important first year of issue in Proof, not only technically, but with such stunning toning it is undoubtedly one of the most desirable around today. The original Proof mintage came in at only 5,219 for this initial style. After a few months of production of the new Liberty nickel design, the reverse design was modified to include the word "CENTS" below the large V as certain folks had taken some of these new nickels and gold plated them, in order to pass them off as $5 gold pieces to the unsuspecting! A fabulous example of this popular issue. Pop 6; 1 finer in 67+. (PCGS # 3878) . Estimated Value $3,500 - 3,700. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1392		1886. PCGS graded Proof 67+. CAC Approved. Wonderful toning graces both sides of this superb gem example that is not only technically the finest seen by PCGS of this Proof issue, but one that has exquisite toning! If you want the absolute finest, the best, and unsurpassed, then take a look at this one, the colors will multiply your bid accordingly! A coin that should bring a strong premium due to the technical qualities as well as the remarkable eye appeal. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS (PCGS # 3884) . Estimated Value $9,000-UP. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold
Lot 1393		1886. PCGS graded MS-63. A nice white coin. Scarce date and tough to find this nice. Notice the bold strike too as well as the attractive surfaces (PCGS # 3847) . Estimated Value $1,500 - 1,600. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $2,115
Lot 1394		1896. PCGS graded Proof 65 Cameo. Only 1,862 minted. Lovely rich golden toning over boldly mirrored fields and frosted devices. Pop 10; 21 finer (PCGS # 83894) . Estimated Value $500 - 550. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $617
Lot 1395		1902. PCGS graded MS-66. Well struck and mostly untoned. Pop 65; 13 finer, 8 in 66+, 4 in 67, 1 in 67+ (PCGS # 3863) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $823
Lot 1396		1912. NGC graded Proof 68. CAC Approved. Well struck and untoned. A near perfect coin with nicely frosted devices and incredible fields that lack any signs of handling--so unusual on one of these early Proof nickels. It would be hard to even imagine a finer example, and deservedly tied with just a few others at this lofty grade. Only 2,145 struck. Pop 3; 2 finer in 68 Star. Estimated Value $5,500 - 6,000. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 1397		1912. PCGS graded MS-66. Lovely toning on both sides and fairly sharp. The surfaces are quite fresh and attractive, with virtually no nicks or marks to distract the eye. A condition rarity at this grade level. Pop 32; 1 finer in 66+ (PCGS # 3873) . Estimated Value $600 - 650. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Realized $846
Lot 1398		1912-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with nice even toning and a tough issue to find in Gem condition. This is the first Denver branch mint nickel coin issued. Pop 159; 49 finer, 11 in 65+, 35 in 66, 3 in 66+ (PCGS # 3874) . Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,300. View details and enlarged photos Check results on similar lots	Unsold