Sept. 23-24, 2002, The Pre-Long Beach Auction, Sale 16

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Small Cents

Indian Head Cents

 

Lot 159
1876. MS-64 Red and Brown. Strong luster in the fields, and well struck for this centennial year issue. Excellent mint color throughout.
Estimated Value $275-325.

 

Near Gem Uncirculated 1877 Indian Head Cent

Lot 160 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1877. PCGS graded MS-64 Red & Brown. The key date to the Indian cent series, and all are in short supply. This near gem boasts substantial red remaining on both sides and toned with an even and light brown elsewhere. Struck unevenly, with the date a touch weak, but the proud 7's both clear to the unaided eye, and the diagnostic weak N of ONE present, as seen on all known examples of this date. Excellent surfaces too, and nearly a gem. PCGS has graded 98 this high, with 33 higher.
Estimated Value $4,000-4,500.

 

Lot 161 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1877. MS-60 Brown. The key date to the Indian cent series, this particular example is nearly perfect for the grade. Light brown in color, with traces of red in the protected areas. Diagnostic weakness on the N in ONE on the reverse, as seen on all genuine specimens. Worth a premium for its surfaces and alluring color.
Estimated Value $1,600-1,800.

 

Lot 162 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1878. NGC graded MS-66 Red & Brown. Golden luster and well struck, with nice color on both sides.
Estimated Value $600-700.

 

Lot 163
1878. Proof 64 Brown. Brown on the obverse, lighter on the reverse with more hints of red in the fields.
Estimated Value $200-225.

 

Lot 164
1879. MS-64 Red and Brown. Lovely mint color on both sides, and well preserved in every way. Sharply struck and clean for the grade.
Estimated Value $140-160.

 

Lot 165
1885. MS-64 Red. Blazing red save for a trace of a fingerprint on the reverse and a few flyspecks. Sharp and appealing.
Estimated Value $200-250.

 

Lot 166
1886. Variety 1. AU-53. The lower half of the obverse has irregular hazy toning, while the reverse has traces of bright colors on sections of the wreath, brown elsewhere.
Estimated Value $80-90.

 

Lot 167
1887. MS-64 Red. Bright red in color with some golden hues as well. Clean surfaces throughout.
Estimated Value $175-225.

 

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1890. PCGS graded Proof 64 Red & Brown. Bright purple and red colors on both sides, and worth a premium for the toning.
Estimated Value $200-UP.

 

Lot 169
1890. Proof 63 Brown. Smoky dark brown toning over frosted devices.
Estimated Value $125-150.

 

Lot 170
1892. NGC graded MS-65 Red & Brown. Rich coppery brown luster and very appealing.
Estimated Value $80-90.

 

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1899. Proof 66 Red and Brown. Here's one for the lover of toned coins. The obverse and reverse both have glowing yellow gold and fuchsia hues over pristine surfaces. At the rims, hints of vibrant iridescent green are found. Worth a premium from someone who wants a really special example of this date.
Estimated Value $700-UP.

 

Lot 172
A pair of Indians, both PCGS graded MS-64 Red, 1904 and 1907. Both fresh and bright, with just a trace of carbon. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $100-125.

 

Lot 173
1908-S. MS-64 Red and Brown. Flashy gold and red in color, with a few tiny ticks from handling. Excellent eye appeal on this scarce issue.
Estimated Value $275-325.

 

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1909-S. MS-64 Red and Brown. Mostly red in color, but the obverse has the often seen wood grain streaks starting to form while the reverse remains closer to the original mint color. Always in demand as the low mintage date, although more were probably saved than of the 1877 as the new Lincoln cents started to appear in 1909 as well.
Estimated Value $550-650.

 

Lot 175
Small cents as follows: 1857, 1887, 1895, 1897, 1899 and 1906, grades from Fine to Uncirculated. The 1857 has scratches, the others are generally nice for the grade. Lot of 6 coins.
Estimated Value $100-110.

 

Lot 176
A small group of Indian Cents as follows: 1880, 1881, 1882, 1883 and 1884. Grades range from MS-60 to MS-63, Brown to Red and Brown. Some very nice coins included from this old collection that was housed in a Wayte Raymond holder for many years. Lot of 5 coins.
Estimated Value $225-275.

 

Lot 177
A small group of Indian cents as follows: 1889, 1892, 1893, 1897 and 1898. The each grade MS-60+ to MS-64 Red and Brown. A very nice selection for the date collector who wants to put some beauties in an album. Lot of 5 coins.
Estimated Value $300-325.

 

Lot 178
A small group of Indian cents as follows: 1891, 1894, 1895 adn 1896. The grade from MS-60 to MS-63, some of which have partial red. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $170-190.

 

Lot 179
A small group of Indian cents as follows: 1900, 1901, 1903, 1905 and 1906. These grade MS-60 or better and most are brown. Lot of 5 coins.
Estimated Value $90-110.

 

Lot 180
A small group of Indian cents as follows: 1902, 1904, 1907, 1908 and 1909. These grade MS-63 to 64 Red and Brown. Nice color although there are traces of specks on some. Lot of 5 coins.
Estimated Value $100-150.

 

Lot 181
A large lot of Indian Cents, 1890s to 1909, with a total of 1,310 coins. Grades AG to VF. Enough here to fill your piggy bank! Loads of fun to poke through these Indian cents, and just think of the possible rarities and not quite condition census pieces herein. Lot of 1,310 coins.
Estimated Value $700-800.


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