Lot 1713


1885. NGC graded
Proof 66. Flashy and white, with an arc of toning on the upper obverse
ranging from rose to deep gold. The devices are highly frosted, while the
fields seem forebodingly dark in their reflectivness. A hint of haziness is
noted in the fields, and a couple of stray lines from handling, but a glass
must be used to see them. NGC has only graded 19 this high, with ten graded
higher of the date, that's not many considering 930 were struck for collectors,
most of which survive in far lower proof grades. If you demand the best
available, then here is a lovely gem of this scarce issue.
Estimated Value
$3,800-4,200.