Lot 1963
1865-S Brother Jonathan 472. PCGS graded MS-64. Frosty and starting to tone. Ex Brother Jonathan shipwreck group. This frosty, boldly struck $20 likely traces to the hoard of the Brother Jonathan shipwreck that was sold by Bowers and Merena Galleries a few years ago. It is one of the most attractive we have seen in its MS64 category, a coin that exhibits sharp rims without bad blemishes, plus golden-bright luster whose glow and radiance is enjoyable to examine. There are a few dark specks on the obverse, and stars 1-2-3 struck poorly and are somewhat rounded. Nothing out of the ordinary in the way of marks. On the contrary, the coin is decidedly choice in whatever way you choose to gauge it.
The Deep Sea Research group of entrepreneurs found and recovered 1,207 coins from the wreck of the Brother Jonathan, mostly in the form of 1865-S double eagles. Today, these are available in frosty Mint State grades. Considered one of the most historic offerings available to American numismatists. Pop 128; 25 finer, 1 in 64+, 22 in 65, 2 in 66 (PCGS # 8944) .
Estimated Value $17,000 - 18,000.
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