Lot 1264
1873 $3 Gold Open 3 PCGS Graded Proof 62. PCGS graded Proof 62. The Open 3 date coins were the originals Proofs, while the Proof closed 3 variety were restrikes. Breen estimated that of the original 25 struck, only 10-14 survive, this is probably about right, as PCGS has graded a total of 17, with all the regrades and cross-over grading today, it is best to take the Population Report numbers with a grain of salt. Of the numbers reported by PCGS, this is one of 4 so graded, with 12 graded higher.
Examination with a glass notes some minor hairlines in the fields, a scuff mark both below and another above Liberty's bust tip, and a planchet pit on the reverse field between the wreath and the edge at about 2:30 o'clock. The fields are still very reflective, and this is what most numismatists would be satisfied with for this rarity. Liberty's head is wonderfully frosted, and the reverse is similar with frosted areas on the wreath. Toned with hazy gold colors on both sides, and probably not cleaned in many years. While not a perfect specimen of this popular rarity, we expect strong bidding will be needed to win this lot.
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