Feb. 16, 2001, The Benson Collection Part 1, Sale 8

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Cents

Lincoln Cents

Lot 1401 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1920-D. MS-65 Red. A coin that retains nearly full original red, but there is a small and unfortunate corrosion spot on the O of GOD. Struck from worn dies, as usual.
Estimated Value $100-125.

Lot 1402 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1920-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Struck from worn dies with the mintmark and some other peripheral devices drawn a bit towards the edge (showing the metal flow from the striking pressure). Only 46 million struck and nearly impossible to find in full gem condition, as most are poorly struck and not this well preserved. Few marks can be located, even with a strong glass, and this could easily be a grade better.
Estimated Value $700-900.

Lot 1403
1921. PCGS graded MS-64 Red and Brown. Lightly toned and quite lovely in appearance. There is a very thin scratch on Lincoln's bust. On the reverse, the planchet has some laminations which remain attached to the planchet.
Estimated Value $30-40.

Lot 1404 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1921-S. PCGS graded MS-65 Red and Brown. One of the finest graded of this scarce date, only 24 have been graded this high in Red and Brown, and only 13 graded as MS-65 Red. None have been graded higher. This one is greatly enhanced by a strong strike and delicate toning starting to form. Don't waste your time looking for a better one, they probably don't exist.
Estimated Value $225-275.

Lot 1405 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1922-D. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Only 60 so graded by PCGS, with just 9 graded higher in the Red category. Untoned and an early die state, without the usual signs of weakness that often plague these early dates. One of the nicest coins in this set.
Estimated Value $500-600.

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1922. Plain. EF-45. This one has likely been expertly cleaned and retoned as the surfaces show slight roughness, the color is a medium brown and appears natural. No trace of the mintmark. This is the strong reverse variety, with strong wheat ears. One for a high grade circulated set.
Estimated Value $900-1,100.

Lot 1407
1922. Plain. VF-20. Strong reverse. A few nicks on the lower reverse, but nicely preserved and scarce.
Estimated Value $400-450.

Lot 1408
1923. PCGS graded MS-65 Red. Spot free and an exceptional coin in every way. Blazing red color with a hint of toning.
Estimated Value $160-200.

Lot 1409 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1923-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Red and Brown. One of the key dates in the Lincoln series to find in gem, this one is particularly hard to locate. Here is one that is very close to that grade, the surfaces are clean and show few signs of contact. We note a minor toning streak on Lincoln's neck, but free of the usual fingerprints. Sharply struck for this mint, with full definition on the durum wheat ears, and with sharply defined lettering and devices. One minor die crack up from the rim to the left wheat ear stalk, and with several faint die file lines where the reverse was either lapped or otherwise carelessly prepared for striking coins. Hints of streaky toning on the reverse. Only 8,700,000 coined, of which only 25 qualify as full gem according to PCGS, so bid accordingly on this near gem specimen.
Estimated Value $300-350.

Lot 1410 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1923-S. MS-64 Red. This one has a couple of tiny spots on Lincoln's face and in the field nearby. Faded red and beautiful.
Estimated Value $700-800.

Lot 1411
1924. MS-64 Red. Bright and original red throughout, and well struck.
Estimated Value $60-75.

Lot 1412
1924-D. PCGS graded MS-64 Red and Brown. Bright red on the obverse, the reverse with an even coat of toning. Sharply struck and pleasing for the grade assigned.
Estimated Value $250-300.

Lot 1413
1924-S. MS-64 Red and Brown. This one has some minor surface discoloration on both sides, so inspection is mandatory. Well struck and this one retains most of its original mint color. A coin to be inspected to form the appropriate value.
Estimated Value $400-450.

Lot 1414
1925. MS-64 Red. Rainbow greens and rose colors on both sides, and boldly impressed by the dies.
Estimated Value $40-50.

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1925-D. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. With a hint of rose colors atop the blazing red luster. Sharply struck for the date, with well defined lettering.
Estimated Value $400-450.

Lot 1416 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1925-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. One of the key dates to find near gem condition, this one is quite close, as we're sure examination will confirm. The obverse is well struck, while the reverse shows some minor weakness in the peripheral lettering and devices. Some faint evidence of an obverse fingerprint.
Estimated Value $300-350.

Lot 1417 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1925-S. MS-64 Red. This one has about 80 percent faded mint red, with light brown starting to win out. A scarce date in this grade.
Estimated Value $300-350.

Lot 1418
1926. MS-64 Red. If you love toned Lincolns, then take a peek at this coin. Vibrant magenta on the obverse, with hints of blue, similar on the reverse, with fiery sunset colors and darker hues at the periphery.
Estimated Value $20-30.

Lot 1419 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1926-D. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Light rose luster on the obverse, a bit lighter on the reverse. A couple of specks are located on the reverse. An exceptional coin for the grade in every way.
Estimated Value $300-350.

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1926-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Red and Brown. A rarity in high grade, PCGS has only given out gem grades to a dozen coins, and this near gem would fit well in a high grade collection. This one is virtually full red in color, perhaps given the RB designation for the slight (and we mean slight) mellowing in the color. Unusually well struck for this date, with resounding crispness on the lettering, wheat ears and all other devices.
Estimated Value $750-850.

Lot 1421 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1926-S. MS-64 Red. A sparkling gem that boasts full mint red and spot free surfaces. Slightly faded from full red, but very appealing. Even with a glass, few marks can be found to hurt its value.
Estimated Value $2,000-2,500.

Lot 1422
1927. PCGS graded MS-66 Red. Here is one of the best preserved Lincolns in this set. Blazing original red on the obverse, with a bit of rose toning on the reverse. Undiminished fields and devices, free of spots or other detriments, and of course, the devices are very well struck.
Estimated Value $150-200.

Lot 1423
1927-D. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. Boldly struck by the dies, and free of spots or other problems. One old fingerprint on the obverse.
Estimated Value $500-600.

Lot 1424 Click on photo for enlarged version Click on photo for enlarged version
1927-S. PCGS graded MS-64 Red. One of the key dates to find in gem condition, this nearly gem coin should fit well in an advanced date set. Minor weakness in the strike, mostly on the wheat ears. Spot-free and well preserved.
Estimated Value $400-500.

Lot 1425
1928. MS-64 Red and Brown. Sharply struck by the dies, with streaky rose and gold toning on both sides.
Estimated Value $10-15.

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