January 25-28, 2004, The Pre-Long Beach Coin & Currency Auction
Sale 23

(If you have a problem viewing enlarged photos, your browser may be blocking pop-up windows. Check with your IT consultant.)

Liberty Nickels

1589    1883. Without "CENTS". Proof 63. We note a flaw crack on the reverse rim at 6 o'clock.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1590    1883. Without "CENTS". ANACS graded photo MS-65/65. Mounted in a lucite holder.
Estimated Value $125-150.
 
1591    1883. With "CENTS". Proof 64 Cameo. A delightful example of the added "CENTS" type, platinum-grey with excellent cameo contrast and virtually spot-free.
Estimated Value $180-200.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1592    1884. PCGS graded Proof 66. A gem example with nice even attractive light pastel toning on both sides. In an old green holder. Pop of 51with none higher.
Estimated Value $550-650.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1593    1884. NGC graded Proof 66. Mostly even golden sunset toning on both sides. In an old NGC holder. Pop of 77 with 6 higher.
Estimated Value $550-650.
 
1594    1884. Proof 64. A splendid brilliant proof example, free from spotting with excellent cameo contrast. A touch of delicate pinkish toning further adds to this coin's appeal.
Estimated Value $180-200.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1595    1885. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. Groman. Well struck with excellent cameo contrast. The surfaces are quite attractive as they exhibit uniform light bluish-violet toning. We note a minor planchet imperfection between star 9 and 10. Popular key date to the series. Population of 11 with only 4 higher, PR-67 Cameo.
Estimated Value $2,500-3,000.
Groman Collection.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1596    1885. PCGS graded Proof 65. A well struck, fully glittering gem proof specimen. Light natural bluish toning on both sides. Popular key date.
Estimated Value $725-825.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1597    1886. Proof 64. Pleasing semi reflective surfaces with an added touch of light sunset toning. A choice example of this scarce key date. Color photo.
Estimated Value $350-400.
 
1598    1886. Proof 60. Pleasing cameo contrast and much nicer than one might expect for this numerical grade. A popular key date.
Estimated Value $300-330.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1599    1887. PCGS graded Proof 65. A gem proof specimen, attractively toned with delicate shades of rose and gold on the obverse. In an old green holder.
Estimated Value $325-375.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1600    1887. PCGS graded Proof 64. Magnificently toned! We suspect this is a Mint State example and not a proof. It is the lovely toning which will capture most of the attention.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 
1601    1887. Proof 63. Lovely soft pastel toning on both sides adds to this coin's appeal. Some light fly-specks are noted on the obverse.
Estimated Value $110-120.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1602    1887. PCGS graded MS-65 PQ. Well struck with nice even original light bluish-grey toning on both sides. In a first generation holder. Pop of 50 with 4 higher, all MS-66.
Estimated Value $800-900.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1603    1888. PCGS graded Proof 65. Delicate lilac toning. In an old green holder.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1604    1888. PCGS graded Proof 63. Attractive mellow lilac toning on both sides.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1605    1888. PCGS graded MS-65. A well struck example with rich golden toning vividly exhibited on both sides. Pop of 28 with only 4 higher, all in MS-66.
Estimated Value $900-1,000.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1606    1889. PCGS graded Proof 66 Groman. Lightly toned with rainbow colors on the reverse. Pop of 55 with only 4 better by a point.
Estimated Value $500-600.
From the Richard Groman collection.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1607    1889. PCGS graded Proof 65. A nice fresh example without the spots that usually come with nickels. Light shades of gold toning on both sides adds to its appeal.
Estimated Value $350-375.
 
1608    1889 and 1895. MS-60 Plus. Each is frosty and lightly toned. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1609    1891. Proof 64. A very choice, spot-free specimen, with lovely light pinkish-golden toning on both sides.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1610    1891 and 1893. PCGS graded each Proof 63. Both are lightly toned and each in an old PCGS holder. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $300-330.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1611    1891. PCI graded Proof 63 PQ. Attractive light golden and pale lilac toning on both sides. The "PQ" designation is theirs not ours.
Estimated Value $140-150.
 
1612    1893. Proof 64. A choice glittering brilliant proof example with a hint of delicate pastel toning.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1613    1893. MS-64. Nice and frosty.
Estimated Value $150-175.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1614    1897. Proof 64. Close to gem quality save a faint hairline behind the head. The lovely mirror surfaces are overlayed with delicate pastel toning.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1615    1899 and 1902. NGC graded Proof 64. The 1899 is lightly toned with some light fly-specks, the 1902 is totally bright. Both are in old holders. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $500-550.
 
1616    1899. MS-65. A well struck frosty mint untoned gem.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 
1617    1899. MS-64. Each is bright and frosty and lightly toned. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $200-250.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1618    1900. NGC graded Proof 65. Well struck, bright and frosty. Everything you would expect from this numerical grade. In an older holder.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 
1619    1900. Proof 64.
Estimated Value $150-175.
 
1620    1900, 1902, 1906 and 1907. MS-63. A pleasing quartet of uncirculated examples each lightly toned. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $250-300.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1621    1901. PCGS graded Proof 67. A superb gem specimen glittering with mirror surfaces uniformly overlaid with lovely natural steel-blue toning with a hint of light gold. Population of 20 with none higher..
Estimated Value $1,400-1,600.
Groman Collection.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1622    1902. PCGS graded MS-66 PQ. Well struck with gorgeous even lilac toning on both sides. This stunning gem has great eye appeal. Pop of 24 with only 2 higher, all in MS-66.
Estimated Value $1,000-1,200.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1623    1902. PCGS graded MS-66. A pristine frosty mint gem exhibiting natural light toning. In an old green holder. Pop of 24 with only 2 higher by a point.
Estimated Value $900-1,000.
 
1624    1902. MS-64.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 
1625    1902. MS-64.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1626    1903. PCGS graded Proof 67 Groman. Premium Quality. A stunning example with uniform pale steel-blue toning on both sides. Plenty of contrast and should qualify as a cameo specimen. Population of 22 with none higher .
Estimated Value $3,500-4,000.
Groman Collection.
 
1627    1903. Proof 65.
Estimated Value $350-400.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1628    1903. ICG graded MS-65. Pale blue and light golden toning noted on both sides.
Estimated Value $275-300.
 
1629    1903. MS-63+. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $200-240.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1630    1904. PCGS graded Proof 66. A stunning gem proof example with attractive light pastel toning. Very choice for the grade. Population of 23 with only 3 higher by a point.
Estimated Value $600-700.
Groman Collection.
 
1631    1904. Proof 64.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1632    1905. Proof 65 Cameo. A full glittering gem example with just a hint of toning.
Estimated Value $350-400.
 
1633    1905. Proof 64.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1634    1905. PCGS graded MS-65. Well struck with light gold toning. In an old green holder.
Estimated Value $325-350.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1635    1905. PCGS graded MS-64. Well struck with light even toning.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 
1636    1905. MS-64. A brilliant frosty mint specimen.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 
1637    1905. MS-63 to MS-64. A choice uncirculated lot that deserves inspection. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $200-240.
 
1638    1906. Proof 64.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1639    1906. Proof 64.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1640    1906. MS-64. Intensely lustrous and lightly toned.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 
1641    1907. Proof 64. A lovely gem example, save some fly-specks on the outer rims, with outstanding mirror surfaces overlayed with soft pastel toning.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1642    1908, 1909, 1911 and 1912. MS-63. Each with various degrees of light toning. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $250-300.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1643    1909. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. A stunning gem example with lovely golden toning on both sides. One tiny spot between star 1 and star 2 (probably removeable) away from complete perfection. Pop of 25 with 7 in Proof 67 Cameo as finest.
Estimated Value $700-900.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1644    1909. PCGS graded Proof 66 Cameo. A gorgeous, completely original example, lightly toned and no flyspecks are visable. Pop of 25 with 7 in Proof 67 Cameo as finest.
Estimated Value $700-900.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1645    1909. PCGS graded Proof 66. A splendid gem specimen exhibiting full glittering mirror surfaces on both sides. In an old green PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $550-600.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1646    1909. PCGS graded Proof 65. Lightly toned and in an old green holder.
Estimated Value $300-330.
 
1647    1909. Proof 65. A delightful gem specimen with golden sunset toning.
Estimated Value $300-330.
 
1648    1909. PCGS graded all Proof 64. Each is delicately toned and some are of Premium Quality for the grade. All in old green holders. Lot of 3 coins.
Estimated Value $600-650.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1649    1910. PCGS graded Proof 67 Groman. Lovely golden toning on both sides. A spectacular gem example. Pop of 29 with only 3 better by a single point.
Estimated Value $1,200-1,400.
From the Richard Groman Collection.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1650    1910. PCGS graded MS-64. A lovely example with attractive sunset toning on both sides.
Estimated Value $120-130.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1651    1911. PCGS graded Proof 67. A beautiful superb gem that has cameo devices. Well struck and shimmering with a natural blending of medium gold and lilac toning. Population of 6 with 1 higher by a point..
Estimated Value $1,300-1,500.
Groman Collection.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1652    1911. PCGS graded Proof 66. Nice multi color toning on both sides.
Estimated Value $550-600.
 
1653    1911. PCGS graded Proof 64. Well struck with full mirror surfaces and areas of toning on the reverse.
Estimated Value $150-170.
 
1654    1911. Proof 63. Each was probably cleaned long ago, now lightly toned. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1655    1911. PCGS graded MS-64. A nice bold strike.
Estimated Value $120-140.
 

Click on photo to enlarge.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]

1656    1911. PCGS graded MS-60. In a first generation PCGS holder.
Estimated Value $45-50.
 
1657    1912-D. PCGS graded MS-63 and NGC MS-63. Both are toned and each is in an old holder. Lot of 2 coins.
Estimated Value $300-350.
 
1658    A Lot of Choice Uncirculated Liberty Nickels. NGC graded all MS-64. Consists of: 1904; 1906; 1911; 1912. All in old holders. A choice group of nickels. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $600-700.
 
1659    A Group of PCGS graded Proof Liberty Nickels. PCGS graded All Proof 64. Consists of: 1883 no cents; 1883; 1893; 1894.. Each is in an old green PCGS holder. A lovely lot of choice proof Liberty Nickels. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.
 
1660    A Lot of Choice Uncirculated Liberty Nickels. NGC graded all MS-64. Consists of: 1883 with cents; 1884; 1890; 1891; 1893; 1897; 1901 (2). All in old holders. A lovely lot of Liberty nickels that is sure to stir considerable bidder interest, particularly among those that view prior to the sale. Lot of 8 coins.
Estimated Value $1,200-1,400.
 
1661    A Lot of Liberty Nickels graded by PCGS. Consists of: 1888 MS-63; 1899 MS-64; 1900 MS-MS-64; 1901 MS-64. All are in old holders. We urge inspection of this worthwhile lot. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $550-600.
 
1662    A Lot of Choice Uncirculated Liberty Nickels. PCGS graded all MS-64. Consists of: 1902; 1903; 1904; 1908; 1909; 1912 (2).All in old holders. A choice group of Liberty Nickels, some of which are quite attractively toned. Inspection is urged as there appears to be a number of upgrades. Lot of 7 coins.
Estimated Value $1,050-1,150.
 
1663    A Lot of Choice Brilliant Proof Liberty Nickels. Consists of: 1904 NGC PR-64; 1905 PCGS PR-64; 1907 PCGS PR-63 and 1911 PCGS PR-64.. Each is a choice example and each is delicately toned. All in older holders. Lot of 4 coins.
Estimated Value $700-750.