Feb 18-19, 2002, The Benson Collection Part 2, Sale 13
Lot 219
1883. Without "CENTS".
PCGS graded Proof 63. Nice color and surfaces, but we do note some
hairlines in the delicate mirror fields from a cloth or wiping at some time in
the past. Tiny flecks on both sides too, none deep or large.
Estimated
Value $200-250.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8,
1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 220
1883. Without "CENTS".
MS-64. Mint fresh and very choice, we note one tiny speck near the
wreath on the central reverse. An important and popular one year type coin.
Estimated Value $50-60.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on
March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 221
1883. With "CENTS".
PCGS graded Proof 63. Perfect for the grade, light original color,
clean surfaces and very choice.
Estimated Value $175-200.
From the
Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 222
1884. PCGS graded
Proof 64. Great contrast and quite fresh. A couple of tiny flecks, as
usually seen with minor haze.
Estimated Value $175-225.
From the
Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 223
1885. PCGS graded
Proof 64. Here is a low mintage and popular date with all collectors. Even
in low grades, this coin brings a strong price, so why not get a beautiful
near-gem for a bit more? Take a look at this one. Note the minor flecks, but
good contrast and bright frost on the devices.
Estimated Value $550-650.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 224
1885. PCGS graded
MS-65. A gem by any standards, and this one is truly a delight to behold.
Frosty and bright, this one is untoned and nearly as fresh as the day it was
coined. We note minor peripheral die cracks, mostly on the reverse. This is the
key date to the series, with a low mintage and not many saved in high grade.
Note that this is the old style green insert holder. PCGS has graded 22 this
high, with just 9 graded higher.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.
Lot 225
1886. PCGS graded
Proof 64. Another low mintage date which has a long history of strong
demand. Bluish tones over silvery-white surfaces, and nearly a gem. We note a
few hazy streaks of toning, and the usual hairlines.
Estimated Value
$225-275.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from
Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 226
1887. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Faint streaky toning, with beautiful color and surfaces
throughout.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to
1912 for $335.00.
Lot 227
1888. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Typical hazy toning and a bit dull, as are most seen of this
date. Sharply struck.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson
Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels
from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 228
1889. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Light wipe lines on both sides, with delicate toning throughout.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 229
1890. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Typical hairlines and some dark flecks on the surfaces. Choice
color.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to
1912 for $335.00.
Lot 230
1891. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Choice and lightly toned.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 231
1892. PCGS graded
Proof 62. A couple of tiny ticks, and minor hairlines above the head of
Liberty. Bluish fields and nicely frosted.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 232
1893. PCGS graded
Proof 62. The 1 in the date does appear to be repunched low, which Breen
states is "rare". Faint haze, otherwise untoned and nice for the very moderate
grade.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to
1921 for $335.00.
Lot 233
1894. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Some tiny marks on Liberty's lower neck, and minor hairlines in
the fields. As usual, there are minor flecks on both sides.
Estimated Value
$125-150.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from
Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 234
1895. PCGS graded
Proof 65. Excellent surfaces and lightly toned with nickel haze. Always
popular with date collectors.
Estimated Value $300-330.
Lot 235
1895. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Hazy toning and well struck, with hairlines and minor specks.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 236
1896. PCGS graded
Proof 62. One tick below Liberty's eye, and a spot on the reverse above C
of CENTS. Minor haze and hairlines.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From
the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set
of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 237
1897. PCGS graded
Proof 63. Hazy nickel toning on both sides, over the usual hairlines.
Estimated Value $125-150.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 238
1898. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Hazy blue toning, with the ever-present specks on the mirror
fields. Boldly struck.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson
Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels
from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 239
1899. PCGS graded
Proof 64. Light hazy toning and well struck by the dies.
Estimated
Value $175-200.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on March 8,
1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 240
1900. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Hairlines on the obverse, but still very reflective.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 241
1901. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Fresh from an old set, with trivial fly specks and hazy toning.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.
Lot 242
1902. PCGS graded
Proof 62. This one has a fly speck or two, and is struck in the all-mirror
style curious to a few years.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the
Benson Collection and purchased on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1866 to 1912 for $335.00.
Lot 243
1903. PCGS graded
Proof 62. Fly specks on both sides, and generally well preserved.
Estimated Value $120-140.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on March 8, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1866 to 1912 for
$335.00.