Feb 18-19, 2002, The Benson Collection Part 2, Sale 13
Lot 851
1932. ICG graded
MS-65. What magnificent eye appeal! The satiny mint surfaces are overlayed
with an explosion of natural colors. This beauty should realize a premium bid
for its stunning appearance.
Estimated Value $200-300.
Lot 852
1932. PCGS MS-65
together with 1958 Franklin Half PCGS MS-66. Both coins are attractively
toned. Lot of 2.
Estimated Value $250-300.
Lot 853
1932-D. SEGS graded
MS-65. A sparkling, totally white satiny mint specimen. Makes little
difference which holder this example rests within, it's a true gem.
Estimated Value $2,500-3,500.
Lot 854
1932-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Hazy white luster and with the usual strike of the issue. There is a
fingerprint on the reverse, which has toned over with similar white tones. The
face on Washington is very clean for the grade. Mounted in an old green insert
PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $1,500-2,000.
Lot 855
1932-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Here is an excellent example of this key date from the Washington
Quarter series. Struck during the depths of the Great Depression, mintages
plunged and few were saved. In this particular case, only 436,000 were coined,
less than the more famous 1909-S V.D.B. Lincoln cent! Most of the quarters
entered circulation, and few could afford to save them. Today, we note that
PCGS has graded just 193 this high, with just 35 graded as MS-65, and
remarkably only a single coin graded higher, that being a superb MS-66 which
sold for $88,000 or so in the 2001 ANA sale at Heritage Numismatic Auctions. In
particular, the Benson coin boasts deep gold toning around the obverse forming
an irregular circle near the edge, and white at the rim on the obverse, while
the reverse has hazy gray toning with some light streaks. Excellent surfaces
throughout, and most collectors could easily live with this coin in a gem
collection. Expect a strong price when this one crosses the block.
Estimated Value $1,500-2,000.
From the Benson collection and
purchased from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from 1932-1943-D
for $27.00.
Lot 856
1932-D. MS-60+.
The obverse is steel gray and mostly untoned, but the reverse is lightly
porous, probably from a long ago cleaning leaving the surfaces matte in
appearance. One of the key dates to the series, and it would look good in an
album.
Estimated Value $350-450.
Lot 857
1932-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. Beautiful peripheral toning of deep brown with hints of green when
examined under a light. Well struck and pleasing, with loads of luster
throughout. A few ticks from gem, including a faint one on Washington's
cheekbone. PCGS has graded 382 this high, with just 50 graded higher.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.
From the Benson collection and purchased
from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from 1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 858
1932-S. NGC graded
MS-64 Star on holder. A totally brilliant white example with a mixture of
satiny devices and semi reflective fields. The mirror surfaces accentuate fine
hairlines on the obverse.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.
Lot 859
1932-S. PCGS graded
MS-64. A well struck and very choice Brilliant Uncirculated example. This
little jewel expels a hint of light natural iridescent toning that deepens at
the upper obverse borders. One of the keys to the series and is worthy of a
premium bid.
Estimated Value $800-1,000.
Lot 860
1934-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Dark peripheral toning and well preserved. A couple of ticks on
Washington's face from full gem, but very nice for the grade.
Estimated
Value $400-450.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S.
Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from 1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 861
1935-D. PCGS graded
MS-66. A rarity in this grade, only 57 have been graded this high by PCGS,
with a scant 5 graded higher (all MS-67). This particular one has good luster
with hazy toning on both sides, and a touch of darker tones at the rim from
decades of storage in a National Pages album. Identifiable by a small nick on
Washington's chin.
Estimated Value $600-800.
From the Benson
collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set
from 1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 862
1935-S. PCGS graded
MS-65 Premium Quality. A satiny gem with an arc of toning through LIBERTY.
This one has virtually no signs of contact on either side, so check it out.
Estimated Value $250-300.
From the Benson collection and purchased
from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from 1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 863
1936. PCGS graded
Proof 65. Original surfaces and color, with streaky toning on the reverse,
and hazy toning on the obverse. We note one tiny spot at the top of George's
head.
Estimated Value $700-800.
From the Benson collection and
purchased from Ira S. Reed on May 1, 1944 for $42.00 as part of a 1936 proof
set.
Lot 864
1936-D. PCGS graded
MS-66. One of the scarce dates in this series, with few gems found. In the
PCGS Population Report we note only 44 graded this high, with just 4 graded
higher (all MS-67), making this one of the best around. Satiny white luster
with a ring of darker hues near the periphery. Close examination will note a
small tick on the truncation above the 3 in the date, and one on the right
thigh of the eagle. An opportunity to purchase a very high end example for your
date set.
Estimated Value $700-900.
From the Benson collection and
purchased from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from 1932-1943-D
for $27.00.
Lot 865
1936-S. PCGS graded
MS-66. A match to the 1936-D in the Benson collection, this one has satiny
white luster with a delicate tone on the rim. Well struck for the date, with
strong details on the often weak lettering. The surfaces show just a few
trivial contact ticks. Experience shows these Washington quarters are very
difficult to locate in gem grades, and downright rare in grades like the MS-66
offered here.
Estimated Value $200-300.
From the Benson collection
and purchased from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part of a set from
1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 866
1937-S. PCGS graded
MS-65. If you need this date, then take a look here. What a stunning coin,
delicate gold and red toning through the periphery and virtually free of
contact marks. Well struck and with abundant luster. Remember, these were put
away in 1944, probably hand picked from an original roll by Ira S. Reed, and
the coins haven't been touched since.
Estimated Value $200-250.
From
the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on June 15, 1944 as part
of a set from 1932-1943-D for $27.00.
Lot 867
1938. PCGS graded
Proof 66. Conservatively graded as the surfaces show no signs of contact
that we could find with our 10X glass. Delicate milky haze with darker
peripheral hues, as usual for these early proofs.
Estimated Value $175-225.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 3,
1944 as part of a 1938 proof set for $7.50.
Lot 868
1939. PCGS graded
Proof 67. One of the nicer ones graded by PCGS, with 124 graded as such,
and only a single coin graded higher. Nearly perfect surfaces, with light
original toning.
Estimated Value $250-300.
From the Benson
collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 3, 1944 as part of a 1939
proof set for $5.75.
Lot 869
1940. PCGS graded
Proof 67. A superb example of this date in very high grade. PCGS has graded
105 this high, with a single coin graded higher. Delicate hazy toning on both
sides, with darker rings at the periphery.
Estimated Value $200-225.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 28,
1944 as part of a 1940 proof set for $5.00.
Lot 870
1941. PCGS graded
Proof 66. Hazy peripheral toning with iridescent hues through the
lettering. Superb.
Estimated Value $90-100.
From the Benson
collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 28, 1944 as part of a 1941
proof set for $5.00.
Lot 871
1941. Proof 64.
Hazy original toning and quite clean for the grade.
Estimated Value
$45-55.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed on
February 26, 1944 for $1.00.
Lot 872
1942. PCGS graded
Proof 66. Flecks of gold toning on both sides and very clean for the grade.
Another winner.
Estimated Value $90-100.
From the Benson collection
and purchased from Ira S. Reed on March 28, 1944 as part of a 1942 proof set
for $4.00.
Lot 873
1944-S (4 pieces).
Each grades MS-64 to 65. A small group of 4, each of which has
spectacular toning on one side, the untoned side with a ring of gold and strong
luster. Lot of 4 coins. From the Benson collection and probably set aside at
the time of issue.
Estimated Value $20-25.
Lot 874
1946-S Roll of 40 pieces.
This is a very choice Brilliant Uncirculated roll. Lot of 40 coins.
Estimated Value $225-275.
Lot 875
1946-S A partial roll of 34
coins. This partial roll grades Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. I
guess someone needed $1.50 some time ago. Nevertheless, the balance of this
roll is very nice. Lot of 34 coins.
Estimated Value $175-200.
Lot 876
1947-S A partial roll of 33
coins. This partial roll grades very choice Uncirculated. All are
brilliant and have nice surfaces. Lot of 33 coins.
Estimated Value
$320-360.
Lot 877
A Washington Quarter lot.
This lot ranges from 1938 to 2000, all are slabbed by a variety of
services, and grades range from MS-64 to gem Proof. Obviously, a lot that
must be inspected by bidders, not enough value to list them all. Lot of 64
coins.
Estimated Value $200-UP.
Lot 878
A nearly complete
Washington quarter set. This set is missing the 1932-D, 1936-D, and
ranges from 1932 through 1991-S, including the proof only issues. Grades range
from About Uncirculated to Gem Proof. There are an additional 1965, 1966,
1967 and 1981-S proof issue included. Mounted in a brown Dansco coin album. Lot
of 160 coins.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,250.
Lot 879
The Benson Washington
Quarter Partial Set, most dates from 1932 to 1957-D. This partial set
grades from Uncirculated to Gem Uncirculated and is mounted in the pristine
National Pages albums as seen on most of the Benson coins, almost all of which
show gorgeous toning. Dates include 1932, 1934, 1935, 1936, 1937, 1937-D and
then is complete from 1938 through 1957-D. The missing dates were slabbed
and are offered in this same sale. If you have ever wanted a truly beautiful
Washington quarter set, then take a look at these. Mounted in the National
Pages albums where these coins have been stored since 1944, with later issues
added as they were struck. Lot of 61 coins.
Estimated Value $500-750.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Ira S. Reed (1932 to
1943-D) on June 15, 1944 for $27.00. The later issues were probably obtained as
they were struck.