Lot 1879
1895 MH-3 Reginald Huth Silver ($1). . Medcalf-Russell 2MH-3, one dolphin below bust. PCGS graded Proof 61 Cameo CAC Approved. In a new secure plus holder. Pop 1; none finer at PCGS. Only 20 struck. Untoned with minor hairlines visible. The so-called Princess Kaiulani "Pattern" $1 by Reginald Huth. A wholly brilliant example consistent on both sides and carefully minted to show all the finest devices in microscopic detail. Mirrored fields show light traces of handling, a few nicks are insignificant. Only 50 examples (combined mintage 2MH-3 & 2MH-5 combined) of this rarity are said to have been coined and distributed, making this the rarest of the silver Hawaii Huth $1 pieces as well as arguably the most delightful as it depicts the Heir to the throne whose sudden death at the age of 23 while on a visit to England caused heart-rendering sadness throughout the Kingdom. The date on the reverse commemorates Kaiulani’s coming of age on her 18th birthday, October 16, 1893. A landmark rarity for Hawaii specialists and a highlight in any cabinet. (The pattern was not issued until 1895.).
Estimated Value $12,000 - 15,000.
The Forsythe Collection.
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| Realized $18,400 |
