The June 2-5, 2002, Pre-Long Beach Sale, Sale 14
Lot 3922
1907. Wire rim, periods.
PCGS graded MS-64. A rare issue, which was closest to Augustus Saint
Gauden's design and concept, and struck in the limited quantity of 500 pieces.
The obverse shows the familiar Roman style finish which is soft and finely
granular under a magnifier, while the reverse shows a similar surface but also
extensive die polishing lines. Naturally, the surfaces remain in very choice
condition and virtually the entire mintage was saved from the day it was struck
and distributed to dignitaries and other VIps. Further, PCGS has graded 140
this high, and just 34 higher. Always popular with collectors, and arguably one
of the more beautiful issues to be coined by our mints in the past 226 years.
Estimated Value $25,000-30,000.
Lot 3923
1907. No periods.
NGC graded MS-64. Frosty orange gold luster and appealing surfaces
that show few signs of handling.
Estimated Value $2,200-2,500.
Lot 3924
1907. No periods.
NGC graded MS-63. Rich golden luster with just a bit of haze. Nice
surfaces for the moderate grade.
Estimated Value $1,250-1,500.
Lot 3925
1907. No periods.
NGC graded MS-62. A few trivial hairlines account for the grade.
Estimated Value $500-750.
Lot 3926
1908. No motto.
PCGS graded Proof 65. This is the first year the regular proofs were
issued of the new St. Gauden's Indian design. Only 116 were struck in the matte
sandblast finish proof. Of these, PCGS has graded 11 as high as PR-65, with 9
graded higher, all PR-66. The surfaces are nearly perfect, and we see no nicks
or cuts from contact whatsoever. The color is even save for some minor darker
areas one behind Liberty's head, the other on the lower left reverse rim. The
slight contact we can find is on the eagle, frankly, this coin is nearly
perfect. We do note some light specks around UNI of UNITED on the reverse, and
these are the only traces of age on this coin, and it is truly as nice as the
day it was struck. A magnificent example of this rare proof issue.
Estimated Value $20,000-25,000.
Lot 3927
1908-D. No motto.
AU-55. Satiny luster in the fields and just a bit or rubbing.
Estimated Value $275-325.
Lot 3928
1908-D. No motto.
AU-50. Just a bit of wear on the high points.
Estimated Value
$250-300.
Lot 3929
1908. With motto.
PCGS graded MS-63 Premium Quality. Choice orange gold luster in the
fields, and with clean surfaces. We note a touch of haze on both sides. An
important issue, this being the first appearance of the Motto on the St.
Gaudens design, which evolved rapidly from its introduction in 1907 through
several quick changes. As we know, this model finally worked, and it continued
unchanged until 1933 when gold production was halted.
Estimated Value
$500-600.
Lot 3930
1908. With motto.
MS-60. Normal handling marks for the grade, good luster and strike.
Estimated Value $300-350.
Lot 3931
1908. With motto and 1910
Eagles. Both grade AU-58. A decent pair for collector. Lot of two
coins.
Estimated Value $500-600.
Lot 3932
1909. MS-60.
Flashy and bright, with good luster.
Estimated Value $380-420.
Lot 3933
1910. PCGS graded
MS-64. A touch of haze over bright luster, with appealing surfaces for the
grade. In an older green insert PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.
Lot 3934
1910. AU-55.
Good luster and decent surfaces.
Estimated Value $250-300.
Lot 3935
1910-D. PCGS graded
MS-64. Good luster on this one, with a touch of coppery toning and some
haze. We note a light scrape down Liberty's jaw into her neck and this probably
kept it out of the gem class. Sharply struck.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,200.
Lot 3936
1910-D. PCGS graded
MS-64 Premium Quality. Orange gold luster with a bit of coppery toning
around the reverse rim. Fully struck and with a trace of haze. In an old green
insert PCGS holder. Generally problem free, and worth a strong bid.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,200.
Lot 3937
1910-D. NGC graded
MS-64. Bright and fresh, with no problem marks, just a few faint hairlines
from a higher grade.
Estimated Value $900-1,000.
Lot 3938
1910-D. PCGS graded
MS-63. Strong luster but we note a touch of haze. Clean surfaces for the
grade, and few hairlines.
Estimated Value $700-800.
Lot 3939
1910-D. NGC graded
MS-63. Satiny luster and rich gold in color. Well struck and preserved.
Estimated Value $550-650.
Lot 3940
1910-S. MS-60+.
Decent luster and surfaces for the grade, and a scarce date.
Estimated
Value $750-UP.
Lot 3941
1911-D. SEGS graded
MS-61. Hazy gold luster and satiny throughout, with minimal handling marks
for the grade. Liberty's cheek is clean. We note a couple of small ticks on the
upper reverse rim.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.
Lot 3942
1912. MS-60.
Bright and fresh.
Estimated Value $325-375.
Lot 3943
1912. AU-50.
Moderate hairlines from cleaning.
Estimated Value $225-250.
Lot 3944
1915 Eagle and 1881 Half
Eagle, both used as jewelry. The coins are pretty nice but have been
mounted. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $225-275.
Lot 3945
1926. NGC graded
MS-65. A few trivial ticks on Liberty's face, but not enough to knock this
one out of the gem class, strong luster under a layer of haze. Always in demand
in gem grades.
Estimated Value $1,900-2,100.
Lot 3946
1926. PCGS graded
MS-64. Problem free surfaces and nearly a gem.
Estimated Value
$800-850.