Lot 412
1938-D. PCGS graded MS-66. About as nice as this key date is ever found, we note a sharp strike on Liberty and the coin is mostly white save for a splash of gold on Liberty's upper body. Mounted in an older green insert PCGS holder. We note from the PCGS online Population Report that only 195 have been graded, with 12 graded higher, all MS-67 above.
Estimated Value $750-850.

Lot 413
1939. PCGS graded Proof 65. Light haze, but mostly brilliant and reflective.
Estimated Value $550-650.

Lot 414
1939. PCGS graded MS-66. Especially bright and lustrous, with a bit of dark gold at the extreme rims.
Estimated Value $150-175.

Lot 415
1939-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Flashy and bright, with abundant luster and a decent strike.
Estimated Value $100-125.

Lot 416
1940. PCGS graded Proof 66. A lovely gem proof that is totally white and has no sign of haze.
Estimated Value $575-650.

Lot 417
1940. PCGS graded MS-67. Awash in mint luster and graced with a delicate ring of iridescent peripheral toning.
Estimated Value $400-425.

Lot 418
1940. PCGS graded MS-66. Totally bright and fresh, with abundant luster and a decent strike for this issue.
Estimated Value $120-140.

Lot 419
1940-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Blazing white luster, and just a trace of handling on the upper devices.
Estimated Value $200-225.

Lot 420
1941. PCGS graded MS-67. One of 247 so graded by PCGS with only 6 graded higher. Especially bright and lustrous, with a trace of specks on the reverse. The strike is very sharp, with full definition on Liberty's hand.
Estimated Value $425-500.

Lot 421
1941-S. PCGS graded MS-66. Totally white and bathed in luster. The surfaces are exceptionally clean for this issue, with near perfect fields and just a few ticks on the devices. Well struck, but Liberty's hand shows characteristic weakness. PCGS has graded 154 this high and only 4 higher, all MS-67. One for the Registry Set collector who demands pristine surfaces and low populations.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,200.

Lot 422
1942. PCGS graded Proof 67 Premium Quality. Stunning iridescent toning around the rims, with the centers white and brilliant. Sublime surfaces unsullied by serendipitous vicissitudes of time.
Estimated Value $1,750-UP.

Lot 423
1942. PCGS graded MS-66. Closing in on perfection here, blazing white with just a touch of haze.
Estimated Value $150-160.

Lot 424
1942. PCGS graded MS-66. Flashy and bright, with superb surfaces and strike.
Estimated Value $150-160.

Lot 425
1942 (2 pieces). Both grade MS-66. A pair of sparkling gems that boast blazing luster and boldly struck devices. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $300-325.

Lot 426
1942. PCGS graded MS-65. A blazing white gem.
Estimated Value $80-90.

Lot 427
1942-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Bright and lustrous, with an average strike on the high points.
Estimated Value $170-190.

Lot 428
1942-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Totally white luster and sharp.
Estimated Value $400-500.

Lot 429
1943-D. PCGS graded MS-65. Bright and untoned.
Estimated Value $180-200.

Lot 430
1943-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Flashy luster and sharp, with just a few signs of handling from a higher grade.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Lot 431
1944-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Flashy and bright save for an old fingerprint on the reverse. In an old green insert PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $425-475.

Lot 432
1944-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Another brilliant gem, with one reeding nick near the motto. Typical weakness at the centers.
Estimated Value $400-500.

Lot 433
1945. PCGS graded MS-66. Especially bright and lustrous, with just a few faint lines from handling.
Estimated Value $180-200.

Lot 434
1945-D. NGC graded MS-66. Blazing luster and well preserved, with virtually no marks to be found. Typical weakness at the centers on Liberty.
Estimated Value $180-200.

Lot 435
1945-D. NGC graded MS-66. Clean surfaces and white, save for a touch of peripheral gold.
Estimated Value $125-150.

Lot 436
1945-S. PCGS graded MS-65. Typical strike at the centers, but very lustrous.
Estimated Value $100-125.