Lot 1331
1836 Pattern Dollar. Silver, plain edge. NGC graded Proof 63. This is the desirable plain edge variety, with C. Gobrecht F[ecit] on base. The masterful design is Gobrecht's rendition of an amalgam of a drawing by Thomas Sully (the seated figure of Liberty) and Gobrecht's own eagle flying horizontally to the left on the reverse in a field of stars. This most affordable Gobrecht date was believed to be restruck sometime in the late 1850s. The surface is deeply toned yet still nicely reflective -- collectors call this effect "watery" as opposed to just smooth. Struck with exacting scientific precision on the figure of Liberty and her shield as well as the eagle's plumage. Each of the 26 stars around the eagle shows incredible sharpness. Put a glass to the coin, then step back for a second and ponder the fact this handsome coin was struck more than a hundred and fifty years ago! Pop 17; 7 finer; 5 in 64; 2 in 65. (PCGS # 11227) .
Estimated Value $30,000 - 35,000.
Ex: Share Collection.
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