May 28, 2001, The Fairchild Family Trust Collection, Sale 10
Lot 939
1881-S. NGC graded
MS-66. Deep rose, gold and blue on the obverse, untoned on the reverse.
Sharply struck and excellent quality.
Estimated Value $140-175.
Lot 940
1881-S PCGS graded MS-63
and 1883 PCGS graded MS-64. The first has wild blue, red and gold toning on
the obverse, the second deep burgandy on the obverse and reverse. A pair for
the lover of toned coins. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $60-80.
Lot 941
1881-S and 1887, both ICG
graded MS-63. Both are toned nicely. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value
$40-50.
Lot 942
1882-CC. PCGS graded
MS-66 Deep Mirror Prooflike. Here is one of the finest graded of this date
and high up in the census for the deep mirror prooflikes. PCGS has graded just
42 coins this high, with a single coin graded higher. Superb surfaces for the
grade and the only disturbance worthy of note is on the T of UNITED where
something has been carelessly removed. This one has fantastic cameo appearance
on both sides.
Estimated Value $1,800-2,200.
Lot 943
1882-CC. PCGS graded
MS-66. One on the nicer coins to come down to us from this popular date and
Mint. This one is flashy and white, with just a hint of hazy toning on both
sides. Liberty's cheek is clean and the surrounding fields are also superb.
PCGS has graded 350 this high (aside from the Prooflikes) and 22 are graded
higher.
Estimated Value $750-850.
Lot 944
1882-CC; 1883-CC and
1884-CC in GSA holders. These grade from MS-60 to MS-60+. A three
coin lot of these popular Morgan Dollars from the historic mining town of
Carson City. Each has average marks, and is white, save for the lower obverse
of the 1884-CC, which has some pretty sunset gold at the bottom. Lot of 3
coins.
Estimated Value $240-270.
Lot 945
1882-CC. MS-63.
Frosty and choice, with loads of luster and clean surfaces.
Estimated
Value $70-80.
Lot 946
1882-CC. MS-60 Plus.
A lovely coin that has a spot of toning on the lower reverse, otherwise
untoned. In the GSA holder and box.
Estimated Value $60-80.
Lot 947
1882-O. PCGS graded
MS-65 Premium Quality. A gem example of this date, the surfaces are quite
clean and this one is in the old style green insert PCGS holder. Liberty's
cheek is very nice.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 948
1883. Proof 60 plus.
This one has artificial toning which tries to cover the hairlines in the
fields, which are still visible. Reflective and still desirable.
Estimated
Value $600-800.
Lot 949
1883. PCGS graded
MS-66. Fully struck on the eagle's breast and even on the minute curls over
Liberty's ear. With delicate hazy toning on both sides.
Estimated Value
$175-225.
Lot 950
1883-CC. PCGS graded
MS-66. Flaming white luster on both sides, with pristine surfaces that show
few marks from handling. One tiny stain near the first A of AMERICA. Less than
a bag graded this high, and 60 graded higher by PCGS.
Estimated Value
$450-550.
Lot 951
1883-CC. PCGS graded
MS-66. Snowy-white luster and boldly struck, this coin is untoned save for
a spot at the center of the O in DOLLAR, which has a dark speck in it. If you
demand top notch quality, then take a gander at this one.
Estimated Value
$450-550.
Lot 952
1883-CC. PCGS graded
MS-65. Sharply struck by the dies, and well preserved with full luster
throughout.
Estimated Value $175-225.
Lot 953
1883-CC and 1884-CC.
Both grade MS-60. We note golden toning at the lower reverse. Lot of
2 coins.
Estimated Value $150-160.
Lot 954
1883-CC. MS-63.
Snowy-white and sharp, with clean devices and fields.
Estimated Value
$70-80.
Lot 955
1883-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. Sharply struck for this date, with full breast feathers and good
separation on Liberty's ear curls. Delicate toning starting to form around the
periphery. A recent PCGS Population Report shows just 206 graded this high,
with 14 graded higher, making this certainly one of the best around, and a
worthy acquisition for the astute collector.
Estimated Value $2,400-2,800.
Lot 956
1883-S. ICG graded
MS-64. Nice color and surfaces, with a touch of toning around the extreme
edge.
Estimated Value $2,200-2,600.
Lot 957
1883-S. PCGS graded
MS-61. Moderate handling marks expected for the grade, but a tough date to
find in any grade of Mint State. Flashy and white.
Estimated Value
$400-450.
Lot 958
1884-CC. PCGS graded
MS-66. Exceptionally clean surfaces on this example which are required to
achieve a grade like this. MS-66 is reserved for truly special coins, and
seldom seen on even common dates. This one is delicately toned over the bright
luster. Superb surfaces throughout.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 959
1884-O. PCGS graded
MS-67. One of the finest seen of this date, PCGS has only graded 35 this
high, with 2 coins graded higher. Full unbroken luster over pristine fields,
make this coin highly desirable. If you want superb surfaces, then take a look
at this coin.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.
Lot 960
1884-S. AU-58
Prooflike. Gorgeous toning on this one, with some blue around the periphery
and brown-gold elsewhere. The fields are reflective and this would make a
handsome addition to a date set.
Estimated Value $1,000-UP.
Lot 961
1884-S. PCGS graded
AU-58. The usual grade for this date, this one untoned and still lustrous.
Nearly mint state.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,500.
Lot 962
1884-S. NGC graded
AU-50. Scarce in high grade, this one has the usual handling marks.
Estimated Value $150-200.
Lot 963
1884-S. NGC graded
AU-53. Some luster in the fields and minor wear on the high points of the
design. Untoned, with silvery white surfaces and color throughout. A rare date
any better, and many are available in this grade or close to it.
Estimated
Value $150-250.
Lot 964
1884-S (4 pieces).
These grade VF to EF. Some are cleaned, but this is a popular date.
Lot of 4 pieces.
Estimated Value $70-90.
Lot 965
1885. PCGS graded
MS-65 Deep Mirror Prooflike. This is a magnificent toned example that has
wild deep fuchsia and aqua marine on the obverse, untoned on the reverse.
Further, the fields are pristine and show virtually no marks or hairlines on
the delicate mirror surfaces. A few scuffs are noted before Liberty's face, but
they are toned over and don't make their presence known readily. Perfect for
the Morgan specialist who wants a colorful example in gem condition. In an old
small PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $250-UP.