Lot 1876
1890 PCGS graded Proof Genuine Unc Details. Polished. A stunning totally Brilliant Proof specimen with watery mirror fields that are remarkably free from hairlines and only a few microscopic marks away from perfection. Probably wiped long ago with a jeweler's cloth (a common practice at the time). Only 55 Proofs minted.
On the Proof dies, a low date slants up and is placed to the right. The left base of 1 is over a space between dentils -- almost over the left edge of 1; 1 not recut (as on business strikes). The reverse displays a heavy ray below E, incomplete; also, double punching on third star is unusually obvious (traces are on most dates).
Possibly fewer than half of the 55 Proof examples struck can be accounted for today, with a population that may be under 20 pieces. Jeff Garrett and Ron Guth wrote in their Gold Encyclopedia: "There are just 15 or so coins known for the date in proof, including examples in museum collections that are permanently off the market." (PCGS # 9106) .
Estimated Value $7,500-UP.
The Del Valle Collection.
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