Lot 702
Gold Three Dollar. 1866. PCGS graded Proof 65. Dazzling coin-gold brilliance, a near faultness gem, as fresh as if it were struck only yesterday, and exhibiting mellow orange-gold color with a light toning spot on Liberty's forehead. The head of Liberty is beautifully frosted, giving the obverse a particularly appealing cameo effect. The reverse exhibits a second 6 heavier than other digits, its upper part filled, the hallmarkof a Proof. Only 30 made: 25 on January 15, 5 more June 8. Possibly 15 to 20 survive. In all, 6 have been graded by NGC and 8 by PCGS with this being the finest graded by either service.
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