Lot 1932
1880 $4 Gold. Flowing hair. . J-1658. NGC graded Proof 63. An example of the Charles Barber flowing hair design. Struck in copper and gold plated (gilt), this rare coin is seldom seen in any grade. Boldly struck by the dies, with cascading curls on Liberty and sharp design elements on the reverse too. Faint hairlines account for the grade, and we see no other handling marks. The fields boast a rich golden to coppery tone, and this one is basically as struck by the Mint. NGC reports just 3 graded, one as PF-60, and two as PF-63.
One of the most beautiful and popular of all pattern coins, the flowing hair and coiled hair stellas have been in feverish demand since the day they were coined. A choice example of this rare issue.
Estimated Value $7,500 - 10,000.
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