Feb 18-19, 2002, The Benson Collection Part 2, Sale 13
Lot 261
1913. Type 1. PCGS
graded Proof 66. A superb example of this rare proof issue. 1,520 were
coined in proof, and of those, PCGS has graded 62 as PR66, with 22 graded
higher. Light golden toning on both sides, and especially well struck. The
proof issues are simply a far better rendering of the design concept, with the
design elements bold. These were struck after February 17, 1913, and the design
was changed later in the year to make the ground straight below the bison.
Hence, this is a one year type coin.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.
From the Benson Collection but with no further pedigree information.
Lot 262
1913. Type 1 (7 pieces).
An investors group of these, all NGC graded MS-64. Fresh from a
small group which was recently graded. Lot of 7 coins.
Estimated Value
$250-350.
Lot 263
1913. Type 1 and 1913-D.
Type I. The Philadelphia coin grades MS-65, while the Denver Mint coin
grades MS-63. The first is quite lustrous, while the Denver coin has a more
subdued appearance. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $100-125.
Lot 264
1913-D. Type 1. PCGS
graded MS-64. This one has a tiny spot near the center of the obverse, and
flecks of similar toning on both sides. Nice color and average strike for the
issue.
Estimated Value $40-50.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to
1938 for $350.00.
Lot 265
1913. Type 2. PCGS
graded MS-64. Sharply struck and choice for the grade, with a band of
sunset gold along the lower left obverse and a bit of color on the reverse too.
A lot of coin for the grade.
Estimated Value $70-80.
From the Benson
Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 266
1913-D. Type 2. PCGS
graded MS-65. This coin is truly an exceptional specimen, tiny flecks of
toning are noted over lustrous fields and well struck devices. Note how few
handling marks there are, and know that this is a very high end specimen of
this popular first year of issue Buffalo nickel.
Estimated Value $800-900.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 267
1913-S. Type 2.
MS-60+. Planchet flaw. This coin has a pretty hefty planchet flaw
from around the date, but the 13 is clear. Speckled light toning and nice
otherwise.
Estimated Value $200-300.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to
1938 for $350.00.
Lot 268
1914-D. PCGS graded
MS-63. As a date, 1914-D is better struck than later Denver issues, with
better device detail throughout. This one has a couple of tiny die cracks, one
through RT of LIBERTY, then there is a short pair of cracks from the rim to the
bison's tail, and another past CENTS to the ground. Speckled toning as seen on
all the coins from this set.
Estimated Value $250-350.
From the
Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 269
1914-D. MS-63.
Nicely toned, nearly enough to cover over some shallow scrapes on the
bison, which can still be seen with a glass.
Estimated Value $250-325.
Lot 270
1914-S. PCGS graded
MS-63. Satiny gold luster throughout and with a decent strike for this
normally weak date. Tiny flecks of color on both sides, and well preserved for
the moderate grade assigned. Sharp on the horn and head, but a bit of weakness
on the split end of the tail. A scarce date that is seldom offered in choice
grades.
Estimated Value $300-350.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to
1938 for $350.00.
Lot 271
1914-S. AU-55.
Nice luster and toned by a couple of dark streaks on the right side of the
reverse.
Estimated Value $50-60.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to
1938 for $350.00.
Lot 272
1915. PCGS graded
MS-66. Superb quality for this date, well struck and pristine throughout.
PCGS has graded 156 this high, with 19 graded higher, all MS-67. Bright luster
and no signs of toning yet.
Estimated Value $300-350.
Lot 273
1915. PCGS graded
MS-66. Bright and fresh, with creamy luster and free of toning. Sharp on
the devices.
Estimated Value $300-350.
Lot 274
1915. PCGS graded
MS-63. Light gold and speckled toning and well struck for this issue.
Estimated Value $50-60.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on
October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for
$350.00.
Lot 275
1915-D. MS-60.
This one has nice color but there is a long scrape on the lower reverse
which is old and well hidden by time. Well struck and worth a look.
Estimated Value $100-125.
From the Benson Collection and purchased
on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for
$350.00.
Lot 276
1915-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. Pink and gold toning with tiny specks on both sides, and nearly a
gem. One of the lower mintage dates with a scant 1,505,000 struck for ice cream
cones to beer purchases. This one was set aside and preserved, and today is
perfect for the date collector who demands top quality.
Estimated Value
$900-1,100.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944
from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 277
1915-S. NGC graded
MS-64. Well struck with undisturbed satiny mint surfaces that are
delicately toned with a hint of soft violet. We note some fine fly-specks, none
worthy of note and noticeable only with magnification.
Estimated Value
$650-750.
Lot 278
1916. PCGS graded
MS-63. Golden and original in color, with a scattering of minor flecks on
both sides. Boldly impressed and certainly at the upper end of the grade
assigned.
Estimated Value $40-50.
From the Benson Collection and
purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to
1938 for $350.00.
Lot 279
1916-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. A near gem from this lovely set of Buffalo Nickels, the surfaces
have the usual tiny flecks of color and the devices are well struck. Light haze
on the upper right reverse, possibly from an old fingerprint.
Estimated
Value $300-400.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3,
1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 280
1916-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. This one is sharply struck and quite beautiful overall. The surfaces
show tiny flecks of color, and the coin has a mellow golden tone. Flashy luster
and exceptional quality for the grade.
Estimated Value $350-450.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 281
1917. PCGS graded
MS-63. Here is an unusual coin, the obverse die had several die lines or
file marks which were present when this one was struck. Note the long raised
line through the RT of LIBERTY to the tip of the Indian's nose, another from
the rim to his forehead, and two short raised lines extending above the lower
feather, and another left of the left chord tying his hair. These tiny lines
would soon be worn off the dies by the striking of many coins or by lapping the
die, so this is apparently an early die state. Clean surfaces, and an
interesting coin to study. We also note a tiny lamination on the Bison's rump,
which is still attached but starting to pull away from the surface of the coin.
Estimated Value $80-100.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on
October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for
$350.00.
Lot 282
1917-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Another near gem from this lovely date set! The surfaces have tiny
flecks of color, and the toning is light gold over original mint frost. Simply
outstanding quality for the grade, sharply struck throughout and downright
scarce in this grade.
Estimated Value $700-800.
From the Benson
Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a set of
nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 283
1917-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. Sharply struck throughout, with crisp detail on LIBERTY and the
bison's wool coat. Examination with a strong glass fails to locate any handling
marks worthy of note, and the fields and devices are toned a light gold with
numerous tiny flecks of color on both sides.
Estimated Value $1,300-1,600.
From the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S.
Reed in a set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 284
1918. PCGS graded
MS-63. Choice golden toning especially on the obverse over the vibrant
original luster, with the now familiar tiny flecks of color visible with a
glass. Well struck at the edges, and normal weakness at the centers, perhaps
accounting for the moderate grade.
Estimated Value $180-210.
From
the Benson Collection and purchased on October 3, 1944 from Ira S. Reed in a
set of nickels from 1913 to 1938 for $350.00.
Lot 285
1918-D. Sharpness of
AU-58 but there are obverse scratches. Sharply struck from a very rusted
obverse die, with clash marks also present below the Indian's chin. There is a
long, thin scratch in the Chief's hair, and some other minor ones nearby. One
for the album collector.
Estimated Value $175-225.