Feb 18-19, 2002, The Benson Collection Part 2, Sale 13

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United States Coins

Silver Dollars

Morgan Dollars

Lot 1345
1881-S PCGS Grading set of 9 coins. The following PCGS grades are included of the 1881-S Morgan Dollar: MS 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67 and 68. Most are white, but some have light toning. We note some old green inserts, and the MS-67 is a small old style PCGS holder. Lot of 9 coins.
Estimated Value $700-800.

Lot 1346
1881-S (2 pieces) and 1882-S. Each is PCGS graded MS-64. The first has a note that it is VAM #1A, with recutting on the 88 in the date. This is faint but visible with a glass. All are bright and untoned and housed in the old green insert PCGS holders. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $100-125.

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1882. PCGS graded MS-66. Brilliant white color with well struck devices. We note a couple of very small specks on the upper right of the obverse and reverse, and these are the only signs of toning. One of the better coins from this date, PCGS has graded 93 this high, with just 4 graded a notch higher.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.

Lot 1348
A pair of certified Morgans. The first is an 1882 NGC graded MS-63, next is an 1883-CC PCI graded MS-64, 75% toned. The toned dollar is very lovely. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $150-175.

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1882-CC. PCGS graded MS-67. One of the finest graded of this date, with just 23 seen this high, and one more as DMPL according to the recent PCGS Population Report, and on top of them all is one solitary coin graded MS-68. Nevertheless, the coin offered here has a gorgeous arc of greenish gold toning on the upper right of the obverse, while the reverse has a whisper of gold around the rims. Fully struck and exceptional quality for this date. A coin worthy of the finest set in the land.
Estimated Value $3,500-4,000.

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1882-CC. PCGS graded MS-66 Prooflike. Great contrast on this coin, which is enhanced by the mirror fields and well frosted devices. We note on tiny speck in the left obverse field near fifth obverse star, and a single nick on the reverse right of the E in ONE, and these will serve to hallmark this important rarity. PCGS has graded 36 as Prooflike of the date, with none higher in that category, although there is one higher in DMPL and 23 higher in normal MS-67 grade.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.

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1882-CC. PCGS graded MS-65 Prooflike. Stark white in color, with frosty devices and well mirrored fields. Completely free of toning, and appears to be fresh from a bag.
Estimated Value $400-500.

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1882-CC. ICG graded MS-65. Deep gold and rose on the obverse, turning to blue at the date, and obviously from a bad as the reverse remains white and untoned. A clean cheek on Liberty.
Estimated Value $200-UP.

Lot 1353
1882-CC GSA dollar. MS-63. In the familiar black GSA holder. Toned with stunning iridescent hues on the obverse, less so on the reverse. A top of bag example.
Estimated Value $100-UP.

Lot 1354
1882-CC; 1883-CC and 1884-CC. These each are PCGS graded MS-64. Each is bright, but the first and last have a little bit of peripheral toning. Great luster, and a good trio. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $275-325.

Lot 1355
A trio of Morgans. 1882-CC SEGS graded MS-63; 1883-CC ICG graded MS-62 and 1884-CC NGC graded MS-64. Each is bright white. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $200-225.

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1882-S. PCGS graded MS-68. We are proud to offer one of the finest graded of this common date. The surfaces are superb, and show virtually no signs of contact, even with a strong glass. There is a touch of hazy toning in the left obverse field, but the coin remains very flashy and bright. Fully struck, and impeccably preserved by time. PCGS has graded 27 this high, with none graded higher.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.

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1882-S. NGC graded MS-65. The obverse is white save for a ring of gold, the reverse is an artists palette of resplendent golds, greens and blues, with the vibrant gold at the lower section, deep blue above.
Estimated Value $200-300.

Lot 1358
1882-S. MS-63. Simply stated, this coin is magnificent. Iridescent blue and gold toning on the left side of the obverse, and even richer toning on the reverse. This one is certainly worth a good premium for the toning, and decent surfaces.
Estimated Value $20-25.
From the Benson collection and purchased from Knabeuschuk on April 29, 1946 for $1.50 and placed in a kraft envelope these many years in order to develop this delightful toning.

Lot 1359
1882-S PCGS Grading set of 7 coins. These are all PCGS graded as follows: MS-61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67. All are in the old style green insert PCGS holders. Lot of 7 coins.
Estimated Value $750-850.

Lot 1360
1883-CC. PCGS graded MS-66. Stone white in color with blazing luster and pristine surfaces. One tiny toning speck on the left reverse wreath. About as perfect as one could hope for on this date.
Estimated Value $400-475.

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1883-CC. Rainbow toned obverse. NGC graded MS-64. Another coin that boasts spectacular colors on the obverse, this one ranges through bright fuchsia and deep blue and green on the cap with brilliant golds elsewhere on the obverse. The reverse is frosty and white. Decent surfaces for the grade.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Lot 1362
1883-CC. ICG graded MS-64. Deep iridescent blue, gold and red tones on the reverse on the upper two thirds with a coin arc of white below. Decent surfaces for the grade.
Estimated Value $100-150.

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1883-CC GSA dollar. MS-64. Deeply toned with rainbow colors especially on the upper obverse, and mounted in a GSA holder.
Estimated Value $150-UP.

Lot 1364
1883-CC. ICG graded MS-62. Iridescent toning on the upper left obverse rim and frosty and white elsewhere. There are several gorgeous toned dollars in this sale, and we expect all the collectors to be able to load up on a few at least of their favorite colors and dates.
Estimated Value $100-125.

Lot 1365
A pair of certified CC Morgans. The first is an 1883-CC PCGS graded MS-63, next is an 1884-CC NGC graded MS-63. Both are toned on the obverse, the 1883-CC with light greenish yellow, the 1884-CC with gorgeous reds, blues and yellow hues, both are white on the reverse. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $160-180.

Lot 1366
1883-O. PCGS graded MS-66. A superb frosty mint gem with a semi-circle of deep turquoise toning across ¼ of the obverse.
Estimated Value $190-220.

Lot 1367
1883-O. ANACS graded MS-65. Toned with a thin rainbow arc on the right side of the obverse, the balance of the coin bright, fresh and lustrous.
Estimated Value $150-200.

Lot 1368
1883-O. ICG graded MS-64. Deep irregular gold, blue and rose toning on the obverse, covering the entire surface area, the reverse bright.
Estimated Value $150-200.

Lot 1369
A trio of PCGS Morgans. The first is 1883-O PCGS graded MS-63; 1884-O PCGS graded MS-63 and 1886 PCGS graded MS-64. Each boasts gorgeous toning on the obverse, and all have at least some reverse toning. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $100-150.

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